Serving 1,023 students in grades 6-8, Loma Vista Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loma Vista Middle School's student population of 1,023 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loma Vista Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loma Vista Middle School is 0.15, 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
#6873 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loma Vista Middle School's ranking?
Loma Vista Middle School is ranked #6873 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Loma Vista Middle School often compared to?
Loma Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Springs Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loma Vista Middle School?
1,023 students attend Loma Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Loma Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loma Vista Middle School?
Loma Vista Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loma Vista Middle School offer ?
Loma Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Loma Vista Middle School part of?
Loma Vista Middle School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Loma Vista Middle School located?
Loma Vista Middle School is located in the La Sierra Hills neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in La Sierra Hills.
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