Excellent
#218 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Glen Alta Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3410 Sierra St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#218 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#21 of 563
public schools
In district
#25 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Glen Alta Elementary
Glen Alta Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Glen Alta Elementary serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Alta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glen Alta Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Glen Alta Elementary 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.
36% of students at Glen Alta Elementary 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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Glen Alta Elementary — Students at Glen Alta Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.2/10.
How Glen Alta Elementary Compares
See how Glen Alta 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
3410 Sierra St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glen Alta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Latona Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Multnomah Street Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,119
Median Home Value
$758,500
Median Rent
$1,487/mo
Population
36,881
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
38.6
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Compare Glen Alta Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareGlen Alta Elementary vs Sierra Vista ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.0/10 -0.1 vs Glen Alta Elementary
- CompareGlen Alta Elementary vs Third Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +0.2 vs Glen Alta Elementary
- CompareGlen Alta Elementary vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -0.6 vs Glen Alta Elementary
- CompareGlen Alta Elementary vs Hoover Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.5/10 +0.4 vs Glen Alta Elementary
- CompareGlen Alta Elementary vs Multnomah Street ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.3/10 -0.8 vs Glen Alta Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glen Alta Elementary
What grades does Glen Alta Elementary serve?
Glen Alta Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Glen Alta Elementary?
Glen Alta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Alta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glen Alta Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glen Alta Elementary rank in CA?
Glen Alta Elementary ranks #218 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glen Alta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glen Alta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Glen Alta Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Alta Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glen Alta Elementary a charter school?
No, Glen Alta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glen Alta Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glen Alta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Alta Elementary?
97.4% of students at Glen Alta 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (323) 223-1195
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #25 of 769
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