Serving 684 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nueva Vista Language 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nueva Vista Language Academy serves the west part of the Delano, CA school district, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this area are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nueva Vista Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Nueva Vista Language Academy's student population of 684 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
684 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nueva Vista Language 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 Nueva Vista Language Academy is 0.17, 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
#4515 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nueva Vista Language Academy's ranking?
Nueva Vista Language Academy is ranked #4515 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nueva Vista Language Academy?
684 students attend Nueva Vista Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Nueva Vista Language Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nueva Vista Language Academy?
Nueva Vista Language Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nueva Vista Language Academy offer ?
Nueva Vista Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nueva Vista Language Academy part of?
Nueva Vista Language Academy is part of Delano Union Elementary School District.
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