Serving 886 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rancho Vista Elementary School 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rancho Vista Elementary serves the southeast part of Palmdale, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Vista Elementary School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
886 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
'The District of Choice'
School Rankings
Rancho Vista Elementary School 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 Rancho Vista Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4026 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Vista Elementary School is ranked #4026 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Gregg Anderson Academy, Esperanza Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Vista Elementary School?
886 students attend Rancho Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rancho Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Vista Elementary School?
Rancho Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher 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-6
What school district is Rancho Vista Elementary School part of?
Rancho Vista Elementary School is part of Westside Union Elementary School District.
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