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#6896 of 9,539 schools in CA
Los Altos Elementary
Elementary School · Chula Vista Elementary
1332 Kenalan Dr., San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,896 of 9,539
In San Diego
#224 of 288
public schools
In district
#34 of 42
Chula Vista Elementary
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Altos Elementary
Los Altos Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Chula Vista Elementary. Los Altos Elementary serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,896 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Altos Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Los Altos 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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Los Altos Elementary — Students at Los Altos Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Los Altos Elementary Compares
See how Los Altos 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
1332 Kenalan Dr., San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Altos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Hills (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Wing Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Juarez-Lincoln Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Smythe Elementary San Ysidro | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| La Mirada Elementary San Ysidro | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Juarez-Lincoln Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Sunset Elementary San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel School San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Montgomery Senior High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Vista Del Mar San Ysidro | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CWB Academy Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | — |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Ocean View Hills San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,035
Median Home Value
$606,400
Median Rent
$2,143/mo
Population
82,832
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Altos Elementary
What grades does Los Altos Elementary serve?
Los Altos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Los Altos Elementary?
Los Altos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Altos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Altos Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Altos Elementary rank in CA?
Los Altos Elementary ranks #6,896 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Altos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Los Altos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Altos Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Altos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Altos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Altos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Altos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Altos Elementary?
74.9% of students at Los Altos 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (619) 690-5880
Resources & Links
District
Chula Vista Elementary- District Enrollment
- 22,285
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,258
- District Rank
- #34 of 42
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