ALTA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL

Alta Vista High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Mountain View-Los Altos Union High school district, located in Mountain View, CA with about 82 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Alta Vista High has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alta Vista High School, located on Bryant Avenue in Mountain View, California, is an alternative education institution within the Mountain View Los Altos Union High School District. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a more personalized, flexible, and smaller learning environment than what is typically found in a large, traditional comprehensive high school. By focusing on individualized attention and a close-knit community, Alta Vista aims to help students overcome academic or personal challenges, improve their credit standing, and successfully work toward high school graduation.

The school’s curriculum and culture emphasize social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. Because of its smaller size, Alta Vista fosters strong relationships between students and staff, creating a supportive atmosphere where educators can tailor their instructional strategies to meet unique student needs. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital pathway for students to regain momentum in their education, develop essential life skills, and prepare for post-secondary opportunities, whether in college, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact Alta Vista High at (650) 691-2433 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.