Serving 688 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Empresa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Empresa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Empresa Elementary School's student population of 688 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Where Students Perform
School Rankings
Empresa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Empresa Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1551 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empresa Elementary School's ranking?
Empresa Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Empresa Elementary School?
688 students attend Empresa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Empresa Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empresa Elementary School?
Empresa Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Empresa Elementary School offer ?
Empresa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Empresa Elementary School part of?
Empresa Elementary School is part of Vista Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Empresa Elementary School located?
Empresa Elementary School is located in the Guajome neighborhood of Vista, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Guajome.
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