Serving 1,080 students in grades 6-8, Vista Middle School 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Middle School's student population of 1,080 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,080 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Ready For The World
School Rankings
Vista Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.17, 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
#8402 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Middle School's ranking?
Vista Middle School is ranked #8402 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Middle School often compared to?
Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Middle School?
1,080 students attend Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Middle School?
Vista Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Middle School offer ?
Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vista Middle School part of?
Vista Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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