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#3634 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Alta Loma Junior High
Middle School · Alta Loma Elementary
9000 Lemon Ave., Alta Loma, CA 91701
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,634 of 9,539
In Alta Loma
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Alta Loma Elementary
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Alta Loma Junior High
Alta Loma Junior High is a public middle school in Alta Loma, CA, part of Alta Loma Elementary. Alta Loma Junior High serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alta Loma Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alta Loma Junior High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Alta Loma Junior High runs 23.8:1 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 Loma Junior High — Students at Alta Loma Junior High score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.9/10.
How Alta Loma Junior High Compares
See how Alta Loma Junior High 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
9000 Lemon Ave., Alta Loma, CA 91701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Loma Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Vineyard Junior High (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cucamonga Middle (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cucamonga), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alta Loma, see our Alta Loma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETER & ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alta Loma | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Peter and St Paul Catholic School Alta Loma | 0.3 mi | — |
| OPEN DOOR Rancho Cucamonga | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jasper Elementary Alta Loma | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Floyd M. Stork Elementary Alta Loma | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Carnelian Elementary Alta Loma | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Alta Loma High Alta Loma | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Alta Loma | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Ansaar Academy Rancho Cucamonga | 1.4 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND AVENUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Cucamonga Middle Rancho Cucamonga | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hermosa Elementary Alta Loma | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Valle Vista Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Vineyard Junior High Alta Loma | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary Alta Loma | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ED INC- DBA MONTESSORI ACAD Rancho Cucamonga | 2.3 mi | — |
| Dona Merced Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Bear Gulch Elementary Rancho Cucamonga | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Foothill Knolls Academy of Innovation Upland | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,576
Median Home Value
$718,800
Median Rent
$2,232/mo
Population
38,597
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| California Middle Sacramento, CA | 6.9 |
| Castaic Middle Castaic, CA | 6.9 |
| Crown Preparatory Academy Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
| Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
| Fruitvale Junior High Bakersfield, CA | 6.9 |
| George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Loma Junior High
What grades does Alta Loma Junior High serve?
Alta Loma Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Alta Loma Junior High?
Alta Loma Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Loma Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Loma Junior High is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alta Loma Junior High rank in CA?
Alta Loma Junior High ranks #3,634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alta Loma Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Alta Loma Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Loma Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alta Loma Junior High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alta Loma Junior High a charter school?
No, Alta Loma Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Loma Junior High a Title I school?
No, Alta Loma Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alta Loma Junior High?
31.6% of students at Alta Loma Junior High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 643
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (909) 484-5100
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District
Alta Loma Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,599
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,323
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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