Serving 530 students in grades 7-8, Mar Vista Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mar Vista Academy's student population of 530 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mar Vista Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mar Vista Academy is 0.51, 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
#2874 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mar Vista Academy's ranking?
Mar Vista Academy is ranked #2874 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mar Vista Academy often compared to?
Mar Vista Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Middle School, Montgomery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Mar Vista Academy?
530 students attend Mar Vista Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mar Vista Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mar Vista Academy?
Mar Vista Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mar Vista Academy offer ?
Mar Vista Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mar Vista Academy part of?
Mar Vista Academy is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2019
This school is awesome and my son said that there is a lot of activities for you to have fun in.
5 10/17/2011
I recently went to this school, it is great. It holds such a fantastic family bond between teachers, students, substitutes, and even office workers. I was more or less a "trouble maker" but I kept a great GPA (3.5 and higher) I believe that this is THE BEST school any kid can be put in. It helps the student mature and be alot more independent. The after school program is SO MUCH FUN the ASB is VERY resourceful, the teachers are AMAZINGLY experienced, and the campus is just such a wonderful area where anyone can have fun. The ONLY bad thing that comes to mind from this middle school is the fact that I never knew of any Principle who has spent more than two years in the school. I got the pleassure to meet and know three diferent principles.
2 11/23/2009
Poor teacher parent communication & poor teaching skills!
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