Serving 41 students in grades 7-12, Vista Alternative ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Alternative's student population of 41 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Challenge, Support
School Rankings
Vista Alternative 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 Vista Alternative is 0.71, 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
#3052 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Alternative's ranking?
Vista Alternative is ranked #3052 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Alternative?
The graduation rate of Vista Alternative is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Alternative?
41 students attend Vista Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Vista Alternative students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Alternative?
Vista Alternative has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Alternative offer ?
Vista Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Vista Alternative part of?
Vista Alternative is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Alternative located?
Vista Alternative is located in the Grimmer neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Grimmer.
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