Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rancho Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rancho Vista Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Rancho Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Vista Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Rancho Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Vista Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dapplegray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Vista Elementary School?
340 students attend Rancho Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Rancho Vista Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Vista Elementary School?
Rancho Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Vista Elementary School offer ?
Rancho Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rancho Vista Elementary School part of?
Rancho Vista Elementary School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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