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#2851 of 3,778 schools in FL
Alta Vista Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
801 SCENIC HWY S, Haines City, FL 33844
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,851 of 3,778
In Haines City
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#96 of 155
POLK
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About Alta Vista Elementary School
Alta Vista Elementary School is a public elementary school in Haines City, FL, part of POLK. Alta Vista Elementary School serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alta Vista Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,851 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Alta Vista Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Alta Vista Elementary School 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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Alta Vista Elementary School — Students at Alta Vista Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.3/10.
How Alta Vista Elementary School Compares
See how Alta Vista Elementary School 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
801 SCENIC HWY S, Haines City, FL 33844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alta Vista Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Dundee), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVENPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Davenport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHALOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Davenport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haines City, see our Haines City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,426
Median Home Value
$212,700
Median Rent
$1,158/mo
Population
49,133
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alta Vista Elementary School
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School serve?
Alta Vista Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alta Vista Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alta Vista Elementary School rank in FL?
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks #2,851 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Alta Vista Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alta Vista Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alta Vista Elementary School a charter school?
No, Alta Vista Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alta Vista Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Alta Vista Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alta Vista Elementary School?
74.7% of students at Alta Vista Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (863) 421-3235
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #96 of 155
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