Serving 575 students in grades 6-8, Vista Del Mar Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 72%
- Reading Proficiency: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Del Mar Middle School's student population of 575 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vista Del Mar Middle School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)72%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vista Del Mar Middle School often compared to?
Vista Del Mar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shorecliffs Middle School, Bernice Ayer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Mar Middle School?
575 students attend Vista Del Mar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Vista Del Mar Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Mar Middle School?
Vista Del Mar Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Mar Middle School offer ?
Vista Del Mar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vista Del Mar Middle School part of?
Vista Del Mar Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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