Serving 647 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rio Vista Elementary 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Vista Elementary serves the southwest part of Placentia, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Vista Elementary School's student population of 647 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
647 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed
School Rankings
Rio Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Vista Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#6992 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Vista Elementary School is ranked #6992 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Vista Elementary School?
647 students attend Rio Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rio Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% 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 Rio Vista Elementary School?
Rio Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Vista Elementary School offer ?
Rio Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rio Vista Elementary School part of?
Rio Vista Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Vista Elementary School located?
Rio Vista Elementary School is located in the Northeast Anaheim neighborhood of Placentia, CA.
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