Excellent
#1179 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Altamont Elementary
Elementary School · Lammersville Joint Unified
452 West Saint Francis Ave., Mountain House, CA 95391
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,179 of 9,539
In Mountain House
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Lammersville Joint Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Altamont Elementary
Elementary School in Mountain House · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Altamont Elementary
Altamont Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain House, CA, part of Lammersville Joint Unified. Altamont Elementary serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Altamont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Altamont Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Altamont Elementary 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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Altamont Elementary — Students at Altamont Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Altamont Elementary Compares
See how Altamont 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
452 West Saint Francis Ave., Mountain House, CA 95391
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Altamont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hansen Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sebastian Questa Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wicklund Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain House, see our Mountain House schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sebastian Questa Elementary Mountain House | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Wicklund Elementary Mountain House | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain House High Mountain House | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Zaytech Academy Mountain House | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hansen Elementary Mountain House | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Julius Cordes Elementary Mountain House | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Mountain House Elementary Byron | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lammersville Elementary Tracy | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| John C. Kimball High Tracy | 5.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Art Freiler Tracy | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy | 5.8 mi | 3.2 |
| George Kelly Elementary Tracy | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Melville S. Jacobson Elementary Tracy | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Merrill F. West High Tracy | 6.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy | 6.8 mi | 5.4 |
| McKinley Elementary Tracy | 6.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95391 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,510
Median Home Value
$859,600
Median Rent
$3,232/mo
Population
25,193
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
54.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
34.2
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| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Altamont Elementary
What grades does Altamont Elementary serve?
Altamont Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Altamont Elementary?
Altamont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Altamont Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Altamont Elementary 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 Altamont Elementary rank in CA?
Altamont Elementary ranks #1,179 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Altamont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Altamont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Altamont Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Altamont Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Altamont Elementary a charter school?
No, Altamont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Altamont Elementary a Title I school?
No, Altamont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Altamont Elementary?
11.7% of students at Altamont 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (209) 836-7240
Resources & Links
District
Lammersville Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,764
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,535
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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