Serving 927 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Vista School of Applied Learning serves the west part of the Apple Valley, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning's student population of 927 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
927 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
“Proudly Preparing our Students for Their Future”
School Rankings
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning 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 Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is 0.59, 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
#4578 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning's ranking?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is ranked #4578 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning often compared to?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Academic Excellence, Sitting Bull Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning?
927 students attend Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning offer ?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning part of?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is part of Apple Valley Unified School District.
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