For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,723 students in Alpine, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Alpine, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Alpine, CA are The Heights Charter, Shadow Hills Elementary School and Boulder Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alpine, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Alpine have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alpine, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Heights Charter
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2710 Alpine Blvd. Ste. E
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 792-9000
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 792-9000
Gr: K-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Shadow Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8770 Harbison Canyon Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-2977
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-2977
Gr: 1-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Boulder Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2320 Tavern Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-8676
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-8676
Gr: 1-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8770 Harbison Canyon Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 659-2854
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 659-2854
Gr: K-8 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Joan Macqueen Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 Tavern Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-3245
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-3245
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
8818 Harbison Canyon Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 659-8250
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 659-8250
Gr: K | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alpine, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Alpine, CA include The Heights Charter, Shadow Hills Elementary School and Boulder Oaks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Alpine?
6 public schools are located in Alpine.
What percentage of students in Alpine go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Alpine are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alpine?
Alpine public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Alpine are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Alpine include: Boulder Oaks Elementary School vs. Shadow Hills Elementary School, Mountain View Learning Academy vs. Joan Macqueen Middle School
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