Santa Rita is an elementary school located on the north side of the district, approximately one mile from the downtown center of the City of Los Altos. The neighborhoods served by Santa Rita are located between Foothill and Central Expressways in the cities of Los Altos, Mountain View and Palo Alto. Santa Rita students feed into Egan Intermediate School for seventh and eighth grades.

Santa Rita School was chosen as one of a select group of National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, an honor reflected every day in every classroom. The student body of the school reflects the rich diversity of our area and enriches the cultural life of the school and classrooms. Santa Rita has exemplary teaching and support staff that are dedicated, hard working and professional; active, involved parents and a strong community sense that education is a priority.

Santa Rita was constructed from 1957 to 1961. As part of the district’s facilities modernization program, Santa Rita was renovated during the 2003-2004 school year. Student and staff returned to their newly remodeled campus in August 2004.

Our Mission Statement

At Santa Rita Elementary School, we foster curious, motivated learners who reach their highest potential in a supportive community that appreciates diversity.

Our Vision

At Santa Rita Elementary School, we foster engaged learners who are able to:

• Strive for high academic excellence

• Celebrate their uniqueness, culture, and diversity

• Explore interests, pursue passions, and develop their voices

• Build confidence and character through a growth mindset

• Work together to solve problems, communicate effectively, and think creatively

• Appreciate and reflect on the successes of themselves and others

Our Collective Commitments

Staff will: 

• Ensure ALL students, families, and colleagues feel valued and respected 

• Demonstrate empathy toward all students, families, and colleagues

• Provide a meaningful, fun, and engaging school experience

• Adapt as needed to support all student learning

• Commit to using the PLC inquiry cycle to better meet/identify the needs  and reflect on teaching practices

• Maintain ongoing communication and provide valuable feedback to students, parents, and colleagues