Excellent
#301 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Sierra Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
4342 Alpha St., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#301 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#33 of 563
public schools
In district
#42 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Sierra Vista Elementary
Sierra Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sierra Vista Elementary serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra Vista Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Sierra Vista 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.
40% of students at Sierra Vista 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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Sierra Vista Elementary — Students at Sierra Vista Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How Sierra Vista Elementary Compares
See how Sierra Vista 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
4342 Alpha St., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monterey Hills Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), with a comparable rating. Another option is Marengo Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Arroyo Vista Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), 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 90032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,563
Median Home Value
$780,100
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
43,724
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Vista Elementary
What grades does Sierra Vista Elementary serve?
Sierra Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sierra Vista Elementary?
Sierra Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Sierra Vista Elementary ranks #301 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sierra Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Vista Elementary 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 Sierra Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Vista Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sierra Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Sierra Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sierra Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Vista Elementary?
84.1% of students at Sierra Vista 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (323) 222-2530
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #42 of 769
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