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Alta Vista Elementary

2293 East Crabtree Ave., Porterville, CA, 93257

About Alta Vista Elementary

Alta Vista Elementary is located at 2293 East Crabtree Avenue in the eastern area of Porterville. This school serves students in grades K-8. Total enrollment is 520 students. The student–teacher ratio is 20:1. Math proficiency is 11%. Reading proficiency is 13%. The gender mix is 48% female and 52% male. The school offers an inclusive and supportive suburban environment for all its students. Staff members focus on creating a consistent routine for every grade level on campus. Every student is expected to adhere to established conduct codes to maintain safety. Instructional time is protected to ensure that core subjects are covered properly. The campus layout allows for easy supervision during all daily outdoor activities. Facilities are managed to provide a secure and reliable place for primary education. The physical grounds are kept clean to support a functional learning atmosphere. Administration maintains a professional tone during all regular school hours. Local property prices range from $285,000 to $440,000. Parents often express confidence in the clear communication they receive from the office staff regarding school updates. This institution is striving to become one of the best elementary schools in California.

Alta Vista Elementary Contact Information

Address

2293 East Crabtree Ave., Porterville, CA, 93257

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Phone

(559) 782-5700

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 11%
Reading 13%
State average proficiency is 11% in Math and 13% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
3
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
520
Total Students
TOP 5785 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Alta Vista Elementary

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM – 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8.85%
Asian 0.77%
Hispanic 87.5%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 0.77%
Native Am. 0.19%
White
8.85%
Asian
0.77%
Hispanic
87.5%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
0.77%
Native Am.
0.19%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 520
47.88%
249 Female
52.12%
271 Male

Student Population

520 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Alta Vista recently announced that its choir students will perform Disney's "Frozen Kids" in early 2026. The school is currently conducting ELPAC testing for English learners through late February. Students are also preparing for a themed week of activities to celebrate Dr. Seuss and Read Across America in early March.

FAQ

Q1. Does Alta Vista Elementary School put on plays for students every year?

Ans. Yes, the school choir recently sang Disney's Frozen Kids, which gave students a chance to show off their creative skills in a new way.

Q2. What is the official mascot for Alta Vista Elementary?

Ans. The Eagle is the official mascot of Alta Vista Elementary. It stands for the students' high hopes and strength.

Q3. Does Alta Vista Elementary School have events to help students get ready for college?

Ans. Yes, the school has AVID College Nights where students tell their friends and family about their research on different colleges.

Q4. How does Alta Vista Elementary School talk to parents online?

Ans. The school uses ParentSquare to send registered family members real-time updates, notifications, and important news.

Q5. Does Alta Vista Elementary have sports teams that kids can join after school?

Ans. Yes, students in grades 3–8 can still play seasonal sports like track and field and still be able to do well in school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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