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Alta Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified
15 Montecito Blvd., Napa, CA 94559
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,688 of 9,539
In Napa
#11 of 23
public schools
In district
#13 of 26
Napa Valley Unified
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About Alta Heights Elementary
Alta Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Alta Heights Elementary serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alta Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,688 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alta Heights Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Alta Heights Elementary runs 24.8:1 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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Alta Heights Elementary — Students at Alta Heights Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Alta Heights Elementary Compares
See how Alta Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15 Montecito Blvd., Napa, CA 94559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE OAK SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vichy Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Napa Valley Language Academy (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE OXBOW SCHOOL Napa | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Silverado Middle Napa | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| New Technology High Napa | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| New Beginnings Napa | 1.2 mi | — |
| Phillips Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Shearer Elementary Napa | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| McPherson Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Kolbe Academy Napa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Napa High Napa | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Stone Bridge Napa | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Napa Christian Campus of Education Napa | 1.6 mi | — |
| NAPA CHRISTIAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION Napa | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Napa County Community Napa | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Napa County Juvenile Hall/Court Napa | 1.8 mi | — |
| Valley Oak High Napa | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Napa Valley Language Academy Napa | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Vichy Elementary Napa | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,559
Median Home Value
$877,100
Median Rent
$2,044/mo
Population
27,828
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.1
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| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, CA | 5.9 |
| Anna A. Borba Fundamental Elementary Chino, CA | 5.9 |
| Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 5.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brea, CA | 5.9 |
| Cantara Street Elementary Reseda, CA | 5.9 |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Heights Elementary
What grades does Alta Heights Elementary serve?
Alta Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alta Heights Elementary?
Alta Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Heights Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alta Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Alta Heights Elementary ranks #5,688 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alta Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alta Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Alta Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alta Heights Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alta Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Alta Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alta Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alta Heights Elementary?
56.0% of students at Alta Heights Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (707) 253-3671
Resources & Links
District
Napa Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,116
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #13 of 26
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