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Alta Sierra Elementary

Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary · Nevada County · 16607 Annie Drive, Grass Valley, CA 95949-7147

(530) 272-2319

8/10
#1622
Rank 1622 out of 5,722
Top 28%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2009 · 65th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1350 · 76th percentile
Science8/10 · #1497 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the foothills of Nevada County, Alta Sierra Elementary sits in one of Grass Valley's quieter, more rural residential pockets — the kind of place where kids still ride bikes after school and neighbors actually know each other. The school pulls solid scores across the board, with math and science as particular strengths, making it a good fit for families who want a grounded, community-feel education without the intensity of a big suburban district. If you're drawn to the Sierra Nevada lifestyle — outdoor recreation, a slower pace, and a tight-knit town — Alta Sierra is a natural fit for settling in and putting down roots.

Student Demographics

157 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
117 (75%)
Hispanic
27 (17%)
Multiple Races
8 (5%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged56 (36%)
Students with Disabilities30 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

338
Enrollment
17
Teachers (FTE)
19.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
17
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5837 · 4th percentile

2 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.