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#5881 of 9,539 schools in CA
Alta Vista High
High School · Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
1325 Bryant Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,881 of 9,539
In Mountain View
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Alta Vista High
Alta Vista High is a public high school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View-Los Altos Union High. Alta Vista High serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alta Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alta Vista High show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Alta Vista High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Alta Vista High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
100% of students at Alta Vista High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alta Vista High — Students at Alta Vista High score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Alta Vista High Compares
See how Alta Vista High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1325 Bryant Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Vista High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mountain View High (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SUNNYVALE DE ANZA PARK Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | — |
| SOUTH PENINSULA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| GREEN CHINESE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| VILLA MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | — |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| West Valley Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Saint Simon Parish School Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST SIMON Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Challenger School - Sunnyvale Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,494
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,017/mo
Population
35,581
College Educated
77.9%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
34.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGEPORT VOCATIONAL WEST SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Boys Academic Leadership Academy Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Ellington (Duke) High (Continuation) Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland, CA | 5.8 |
| Independence High (Continuation) Jackson, CA | 5.8 |
| MESIVTA BIRKAS YITZCHOK Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Vista High
What grades does Alta Vista High serve?
Alta Vista High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Alta Vista High?
Alta Vista High has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista High?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista High is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alta Vista High rank in CA?
Alta Vista High ranks #5,881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alta Vista High's MySchoolScout rating?
Alta Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Vista High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alta Vista High has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alta Vista High a charter school?
No, Alta Vista High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Vista High a Title I school?
No, Alta Vista High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alta Vista High?
50.0% of students at Alta Vista 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (650) 691-2433
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View-Los Altos Union High- District Enrollment
- 4,406
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,050
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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