Serving 16 students in grades 3-12, Sierra Vista ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Vista ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sierra Vista's student population of 16 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
16 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sierra Vista 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 is 0.50, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
5%
White
69%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista's ranking?
Sierra Vista is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Vista often compared to?
Sierra Vistais often viewed alongside schools like La Vista Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista?
16 students attend Sierra Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sierra Vista students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista?
Sierra Vista has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista offer ?
Sierra Vista offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Sierra Vista part of?
Sierra Vista is part of Placer County Office Of Education School District.
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