Excellent
#312 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Los Altos High
High School · Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
201 Almond Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Enrollment
2,114
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,114
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#312 of 9,539
In Los Altos
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Altos High
Los Altos High is a public high school in Los Altos, CA, part of Mountain View-Los Altos Union High. Los Altos High serves approximately 2,114 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Altos High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Altos High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Los Altos High is a large school: 2,114 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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Los Altos High — Students at Los Altos High score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.5/10.
How Los Altos High Compares
See how Los Altos 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
201 Almond Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Altos High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bullis Charter (rated 9.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Springer Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Covington Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Almond Elementary Los Altos | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Canterbury Christian School Los Altos | 0.6 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CTR Mountain View | 0.8 mi | — |
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Ardis G. Egan Junior High Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View | 0.8 mi | — |
| Covington Elementary Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Santa Rita Elementary Los Altos | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Los Altos | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Springer Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary Los Altos Hills | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Pinewood Private–Lower Campus Los Altos | 1.5 mi | — |
| VENTANA SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Ventana School Los Altos | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
19,993
College Educated
88.7%
Homeownership
80.7%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
48.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Altos High
What grades does Los Altos High serve?
Los Altos High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Los Altos High?
Los Altos High has an enrollment of approximately 2,114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Altos High?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Altos High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Altos High rank in CA?
Los Altos High ranks #312 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Altos High's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Altos High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Altos High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Altos High a charter school?
No, Los Altos High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Altos High a Title I school?
No, Los Altos High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Altos High?
15.4% of students at Los Altos 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
- 2,114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (650) 940-8812
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View-Los Altos Union High- District Enrollment
- 4,406
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,050
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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