Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 76% 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: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Vista Elementary serves the western part of Placentia, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary located about 1 mile 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Vista Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to Success!
School Rankings
Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.70, 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
#1082 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
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 #1082 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School?
454 students attend Sierra Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sierra Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Elementary School?
Sierra Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than 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 Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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