Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vista De Las Cruces 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 40-59% (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 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista de Las Cruces' attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Goleta, CA, covering approximately 201.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista De Las Cruces's student population of 65 students has grown by 160% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
65 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista De Las Cruces 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 Vista De Las Cruces is 0.58, 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
#2750 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista De Las Cruces's ranking?
Vista De Las Cruces is ranked #2750 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Vista De Las Cruces?
65 students attend Vista De Las Cruces.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Vista De Las Cruces students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista De Las Cruces?
Vista De Las Cruces has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista De Las Cruces offer ?
Vista De Las Cruces offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vista De Las Cruces part of?
Vista De Las Cruces is part of Vista Del Mar Union School District.
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