What types of schools are available in Los Altos, California?

Los Altos, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Los Altos, California

Q: How many schools are in Los Altos, California?

There are 10 schools in Los Altos, California, serving 6,299 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Los Altos?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Los Altos, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 10 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

6,299

Total Students

Across Los Altos

18.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

10 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,170 students at Los Altos High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 14:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bullis Charter

charter schoolmiddleK-8

102 West Portola Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022

Montclaire Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1160 St. Joseph Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024

Georgina P. Blach Junior High

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

1120 Covington Rd., Los Altos, CA 94024

550 Almond Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022

Ardis G. Egan Junior High

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

100 West Portola Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022

Oak Avenue Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

1501 Oak Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024

770 Berry Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024

205 Covington Rd., Los Altos, CA 94024

Santa Rita Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

700 Los Altos Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022

201 Almond Ave., Los Altos, CA 94022

Detailed Overview of Schools in Los Altos

Los Altos, California is home to 10 schools serving over 6,299 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Los Altos, California?

There are 10 schools in Los Altos, serving 6,299 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Los Altos?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Los Altos include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Los Altos?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Los Altos is 18.7:1.

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