Serving 61 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vista De Las Cruces ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista De Las Cruces's student population of 61 students has grown by 144% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Vista De Las Cruces ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista De Las Cruces is 0.61, 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
#2750 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista De Las Cruces's ranking?
Vista De Las Cruces is ranked #2750 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista De Las Cruces?
61 students attend Vista De Las Cruces.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Vista De Las Cruces students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista De Las Cruces?
Vista De Las Cruces has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista De Las Cruces offer ?
Vista De Las Cruces offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vista De Las Cruces part of?
Vista De Las Cruces is part of Vista Del Mar Union School District.
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