Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alta Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Vista Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1667 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
46%
48%
Black
26%
6%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Vista Elementary School is ranked #1667 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Traditional School, Imagine Cortez Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
505 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Elementary School located?
Alta Vista Elementary School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
School Reviews
5 10/27/2023
Our family chose this elementary school instead of the one across the street from us. I love the location. It is such a beautiful original school. The teachers and staff are so friendly and easy to talk to. Our kids love this school and all of their friends.
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