Serving 2,812 students in grades 9-12, Alta Vista Innovation High School 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 2% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Graduation Rate: 18% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Innovation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Vista Innovation High School's student population of 2,812 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,812 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Alta Vista Innovation High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#8708 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Graduation Rate
18%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Innovation High School's ranking?
Alta Vista Innovation High School is ranked #8708 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta Vista Innovation High School?
The graduation rate of Alta Vista Innovation High School is 18%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alta Vista Innovation High School?
2,812 students attend Alta Vista Innovation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alta Vista Innovation High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Innovation High School?
Alta Vista Innovation High School has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Innovation High School offer ?
Alta Vista Innovation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alta Vista Innovation High School part of?
Alta Vista Innovation High School is part of Alta Vista Innovation High School District.
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