Serving 1,355 students in grades 7-8, Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alta Sierra Intermediate's student population of 1,355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1991
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Building unity, pride and champions
School Mascot
Bruin
School Rankings
Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Sierra Intermediate is 0.68, 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
#1070 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Sierra Intermediate's ranking?
Alta Sierra Intermediate is ranked #1070 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Sierra Intermediate often compared to?
Alta Sierra Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Granite Ridge Intermediate, Kastner Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Sierra Intermediate?
1,355 students attend Alta Sierra Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Alta Sierra Intermediate students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Sierra Intermediate?
Alta Sierra Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Sierra Intermediate offer ?
Alta Sierra Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alta Sierra Intermediate part of?
Alta Sierra Intermediate is part of Clovis Unified School District.
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