Serving 27 students in grades 7-12, Alta Vista Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Vista Academy's student population of 27 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Academy is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6910 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Academy's ranking?
Alta Vista Academy is ranked #6910 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta Vista Academy?
The graduation rate of Alta Vista Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alta Vista Academy?
27 students attend Alta Vista Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alta Vista Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Academy?
Alta Vista Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Academy offer ?
Alta Vista Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Alta Vista Academy part of?
Alta Vista Academy is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Academy located?
Alta Vista Academy is located in the Sunbow neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunbow.
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