Below Average
#7776 of 9,539 schools in CA
Alpine Vista Middle
Middle School · Tulare City
2975 East Alpine Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,776 of 9,539
In Tulare
#17 of 28
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Tulare City
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About Alpine Vista Middle
Alpine Vista Middle is a public middle school in Tulare, CA, part of Tulare City. Alpine Vista Middle serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpine Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,776 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alpine Vista Middle show 16% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Alpine Vista Middle runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Alpine Vista Middle — Students at Alpine Vista Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Alpine Vista Middle Compares
See how Alpine Vista Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2975 East Alpine Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alpine Vista Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Live Oak Middle (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Avenue Middle (rated 3.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Mission Oak High Tulare | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Frank Kohn Elementary Tulare | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Cypress Elementary Tulare | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Live Oak Middle Tulare | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Tulare | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare City Community Day Tulare | 1.7 mi | — |
| Tulare Support Tulare | 1.7 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Tulare | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Tulare Union High Tulare | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Cherry Avenue Middle Tulare | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mission Valley Elementary Tulare | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Garden Elementary Tulare | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Sierra Vista Charter High Tulare | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Liberty Elementary Tulare | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sundale Elementary Tulare | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Accelerated Charter High Tulare | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Tulare Technical Preparatory High Tulare | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Countryside Community Day Tulare | 3.0 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Tulare | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,905
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
79,154
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
29.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alpine Vista Middle
What grades does Alpine Vista Middle serve?
Alpine Vista Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Alpine Vista Middle?
Alpine Vista Middle has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpine Vista Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Alpine Vista Middle is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alpine Vista Middle rank in CA?
Alpine Vista Middle ranks #7,776 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alpine Vista Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Alpine Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alpine Vista Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alpine Vista Middle has 16% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Alpine Vista Middle a charter school?
No, Alpine Vista Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alpine Vista Middle a Title I school?
No, Alpine Vista Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alpine Vista Middle?
47.1% of students at Alpine Vista Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 694
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (559) 685-7200
Resources & Links
District
Tulare City- District Enrollment
- 9,253
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,580
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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