Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Alta Vista Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta Vista Alternative High School's student population of 119 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Alternative High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Alternative High School is 0.55, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
White
30%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)99.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Alternative High School's ranking?
Alta Vista Alternative High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Vista Alternative High School often compared to?
Alta Vista Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuyama Valley High School, Carpinteria Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta Vista Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Alta Vista Alternative High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alta Vista Alternative High School?
119 students attend Alta Vista Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Alta Vista Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Alternative High School?
Alta Vista Alternative High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Alternative High School offer ?
Alta Vista Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alta Vista Alternative High School part of?
Alta Vista Alternative High School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Alternative High School located?
Alta Vista Alternative High School is located in the Laguna neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Laguna.
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