Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Colorado Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista Colorado Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Needles, CA, encompassing approximately 5,476.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 44.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 87.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Colorado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vista Colorado Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Vista Colorado Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Colorado Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Colorado Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Colorado Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Colorado Elementary School?
319 students attend Vista Colorado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Vista Colorado Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Colorado Elementary School?
Vista Colorado Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Colorado Elementary School offer ?
Vista Colorado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Colorado Elementary School part of?
Vista Colorado Elementary School is part of Needles Unified School District.
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