Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Vista Elementary serves the east part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Vista Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Vista Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School?
164 students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sierra Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Elementary School?
Sierra Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sierra Vista Elementary School part of?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Vista Elementary School located?
Sierra Vista Elementary School is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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