Serving 1,658 students in grades 9-12, Mission Vista High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mission Vista High School's student population of 1,658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mission Vista High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Vista High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#551 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Vista High School's ranking?
Mission Vista High School is ranked #551 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Vista High School often compared to?
Mission Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallbrook High School, Pacific View Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Mission Vista High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mission Vista High School?
1,658 students attend Mission Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mission Vista High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Vista High School?
Mission Vista High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Vista High School offer ?
Mission Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Vista High School part of?
Mission Vista High School is part of Vista Unified School District.
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