Serving 855 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Terra Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Terra Vista Elementary serves the southwest part of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra 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
Terra Vista Elementary School's student population of 855 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
855 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terra Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Vista Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#894 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Terra Vista Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Terra Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Terra Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary School, Coyote Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Terra Vista Elementary School?
855 students attend Terra Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Terra Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terra Vista Elementary School?
Terra Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terra Vista Elementary School offer ?
Terra Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Terra Vista Elementary School part of?
Terra Vista Elementary School is part of Etiwanda Elementary School District.
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