Excellent
#653 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Santa Rita Elementary
Elementary School · Los Altos Elementary
700 Los Altos Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Altos
#4 of 10
public schools
California elementary schools
#481 of 5,817
In district
#5 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Santa Rita Elementary
Santa Rita Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Altos, CA, part of the Los Altos Elementary. The school serves approximately 367 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math, 35 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 29 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 89% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Santa Rita Elementary — Students at Santa Rita Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.9/10.
How Santa Rita Elementary Compares
See how Santa Rita Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 73% (2019) to 74.43% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 76% (2019) to 74.06% (2024).
Location
700 Los Altos Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Juana Briones Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BOWMAN SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Covington Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ardis G. Egan Junior High Los Altos | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 0.6 mi | — |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 0.6 mi | — |
| Bowman School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary Los Altos Hills | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Los Altos High Los Altos | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CTR Mountain View | 1.0 mi | — |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | — |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | — |
| Canterbury Christian School Los Altos | 1.5 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Covington Elementary Los Altos | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Santa Rita Elementary has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 89% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Cloverland Elementary Oakdale, CA | 8.5 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.5 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rita Elementary
What grades does Santa Rita Elementary serve?
Santa Rita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Rita Elementary?
Santa Rita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rita Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rita Elementary rank in CA?
Santa Rita Elementary is ranked #653 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Santa Rita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rita Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Santa Rita Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Santa Rita Elementary has 73.7% math proficiency and 74.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Santa Rita Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Rita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Rita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rita Elementary?
18.3% of students at Santa Rita 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 33 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 35 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 69 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,289/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 559-1600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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