Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alta Mesa Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta Mesa Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Mesa Elementary School 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 Mesa Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#6448 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Enterprise Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is ranked #6448 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulder Creek Elementary School, Lassen View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Mesa Elementary School?
319 students attend Alta Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alta Mesa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Mesa Elementary School?
Alta Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Alta Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alta Mesa Elementary School part of?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is part of Enterprise Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Mesa Elementary School located?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is located in the Starview neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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