For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 7,593 students in Vista, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Vista, CA are Mission Vista High School, Vista Adult Transition Center and Rancho Buena Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vista, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Vista have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Vista, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mission Vista High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Vista, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mission Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1306 Melrose Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-6800
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,662 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Vista Adult Transition Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 East Bobier Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-3400
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-3400
Gr: 12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Rancho Buena Vista High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Longhorn Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 727-7284
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 727-7284
Gr: 9-12 | 1,962 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Guajome Park Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 North Santa Fe Ave.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Gr: K-12 | 1,353 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Vista High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Panther Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-5611
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-5611
Gr: 9-12 | 1,896 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Guajome Learning Centers
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 North Santa Fe Ave.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Gr: K-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Vista Visions Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1575 Bonair Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-4785
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-4785
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
North County Trade Tech High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1132 N Melrose Drive Ste. 501
Vista, CA 92085
(760) 598-0782
Vista, CA 92085
(760) 598-0782
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #99.
Alta Vista High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1575 Bonair Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-3775
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-3775
Gr: 9-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Major General Raymond Murray High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
215 North Melrose Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-2502
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-2502
Gr: 10-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Vista, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
510 Sunset Dr
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 726-3240
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 726-3240
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Eagles Peak Charter (Closed 2010)
Charter School
981 Vale Terrace Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 630-3200
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 630-3200
Gr: K-12 | 1,823 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Mountain Peak Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3220 Executive Ridge
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 727-7980
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 727-7980
Gr: K-12 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
2030 Univ Dr.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-5842
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-5842
Gr: K-12 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
2030 University Dr.
Vista, CA 92083
(559) 696-1490
Vista, CA 92083
(559) 696-1490
Gr: K-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
1126 N. Melrose Dr. Ste. 301
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 598-0782
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 598-0782
Gr: 9-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
North Star Academy Of Independent Learning & Fine (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1250 Arcadia Ave
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-5360
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-5360
Gr: K-8 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
836 Olive Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-7129
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-7129
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Palomar High Independent Study (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1401 Palomar Place
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-4785
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-4785
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
2245 Foothill Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-4500
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
3678 Aero Ct.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 630-4080
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 630-4080
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
740 Olive Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-6800
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-6800
Gr: 9 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Vista, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Vista, CA include Mission Vista High School, Vista Adult Transition Center and Rancho Buena Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in Vista?
10 public high schools are located in Vista.
What is the racial composition of students in Vista?
Vista public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Vista are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Vista include: Rancho Buena Vista High School vs. Mission Vista High School, Guajome Learning Centers vs. Guajome Park Academy Charter, Vista High School vs. Mission Vista High School
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