Serving 744 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Casita Center For Science/math/technology ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Casita Center for Science/Math/Technology encompasses the entire school district in Vista, CA, covering approximately 38.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casita Center For Science/math/technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Casita Center For Science/math/technology's student population of 744 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
744 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Develop a community of compassionate, responsible life-long learners who respect people’s differences and take action to create a more peaceful world.'
School Rankings
Casita Center For Science/math/technology ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casita Center For Science/math/technology is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casita Center For Science/math/technology's ranking?
Casita Center For Science/math/technology is ranked #906 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Casita Center For Science/math/technology often compared to?
Casita Center For Science/math/technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Empresa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Casita Center For Science/math/technology?
744 students attend Casita Center For Science/math/technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Casita Center For Science/math/technology students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casita Center For Science/math/technology?
Casita Center For Science/math/technology has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Casita Center For Science/math/technology offer ?
Casita Center For Science/math/technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Casita Center For Science/math/technology part of?
Casita Center For Science/math/technology is part of Vista Unified School District.
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