Very Good
#1954 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% 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
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,954 of 9,539
In Los Altos
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Santa Rita Elementary
Elementary School in Los Altos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Rita Elementary
Santa Rita Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Altos, CA, part of Los Altos Elementary. Santa Rita Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,954 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rita Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 9.0
- CA avg 6.2
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: 64%).
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 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: 6.4/10.
How Santa Rita Elementary Compares
See how Santa Rita Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. Bullis Charter (rated 9.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Covington Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOWMAN SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores notably 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 | 9.2 |
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 0.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| 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 | 9.2 |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary Los Altos Hills | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Los Altos High Los Altos | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| 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 | 8.8 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| 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 | 9.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
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 ranks #1,954 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Rita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Santa Rita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rita Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (650) 559-1600
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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