Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Vista Math And Science Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Vista Math and Science Academy serves the northwest part of Delano, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 0.7 miles and the furthest edge extending to 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Vista Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Del Vista Math And Science Academy's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Vista Math And Science Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Vista Math And Science Academy is 0.13, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Vista Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Del Vista Math And Science Academy is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Vista Math And Science Academy often compared to?
Del Vista Math And Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Albany Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Vista Math And Science Academy?
526 students attend Del Vista Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Del Vista Math And Science Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Vista Math And Science Academy?
Del Vista Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Vista Math And Science Academy offer ?
Del Vista Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Vista Math And Science Academy part of?
Del Vista Math And Science Academy is part of Delano Union Elementary School District.
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