Excellent
#1022 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Alta Loma Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1745 Vineyard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#161 of 563
public schools
California elementary schools
#737 of 5,817
In district
#247 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Alta Loma Elementary
Alta Loma Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 367 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math, 12 points below the state average and 30% in reading/language arts, 16 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,395, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Alta Loma Elementary — Students at Alta Loma Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Alta Loma Elementary Compares
See how Alta Loma Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 26% (2019) to 27.72% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 28% (2019) to 30.17% (2024).
Location
1745 Vineyard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Loma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Education Academy 2 (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virginia Road Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,395
Median Home Value
$1,178,100
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
59,288
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alta Loma Elementary has a median household income of $71,395. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,178,100, with a median rent of $1,782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 8.2 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 8.2 |
| Bellingham Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.2 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.2 |
| Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Loma Elementary
What grades does Alta Loma Elementary serve?
Alta Loma Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alta Loma Elementary?
Alta Loma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Loma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Loma Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alta Loma Elementary rank in CA?
Alta Loma Elementary is ranked #1022 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Alta Loma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alta Loma Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alta Loma Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Alta Loma Elementary has 27.6% math proficiency and 29.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Alta Loma Elementary a charter school?
No, Alta Loma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Loma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alta Loma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alta Loma Elementary?
90.7% of students at Alta Loma 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 85 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 60 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 56 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 939-2113
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #247 of 769
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