Serving 90 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
In partnership with families and community, we will build a district of lifelong learners who succeed in a dynamic and diverse world.
School Rankings
Alta-dutch Flat 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-dutch Flat Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#6013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
76%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School's ranking?
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School is ranked #6013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School?
90 students attend Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School?
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School offer ?
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School part of?
Alta-dutch Flat Elementary School is part of Alta-Dutch Flat Union Elementary School District.
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