Serving 107 students in grades 12, Vista Adult Transition Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Adult Transition Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Adult Transition Center's student population of 107 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Celebrating uniqueness as the model Adult Transition Program.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vista Adult Transition Center is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
27%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vista Adult Transition Center often compared to?
Vista Adult Transition Centeris often viewed alongside schools like San Diego County Special Education, North Coastal Consortium Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Adult Transition Center?
The graduation rate of Vista Adult Transition Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vista Adult Transition Center?
107 students attend Vista Adult Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Vista Adult Transition Center students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Adult Transition Center?
Vista Adult Transition Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Adult Transition Center offer ?
Vista Adult Transition Center offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Vista Adult Transition Center part of?
Vista Adult Transition Center is part of Vista Unified School District.
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