Serving 28 students in grades 6-12, La Vista Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Vista Center's student population of 28 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
28 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of La Vista Center is 0.74, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)96.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 16-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 schools are La Vista Center often compared to?
La Vista Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Vista Center?
The graduation rate of La Vista Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend La Vista Center?
28 students attend La Vista Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of La Vista Center students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Vista Center?
La Vista Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Vista Center offer ?
La Vista Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is La Vista Center part of?
La Vista Center is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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