Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vista Springs Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Springs Charter's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Vista Springs Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Springs Charter is 0.43, which is less 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
#6795 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Springs Charter's ranking?
Vista Springs Charter is ranked #6795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Springs Charter?
The graduation rate of Vista Springs Charter is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vista Springs Charter?
251 students attend Vista Springs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Vista Springs Charter students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Springs Charter?
Vista Springs Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Springs Charter offer ?
Vista Springs Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vista Springs Charter part of?
Vista Springs Charter is part of Vista Springs Charter School District.
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