Serving 425 students in grades 7-8, Vista Del Mar 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 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Mar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Del Mar's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vista Del Mar is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vista Del Mar often compared to?
Vista Del Maris often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Hills, Los Altos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Mar?
425 students attend Vista Del Mar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Vista Del Mar students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Mar?
Vista Del Mar has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Mar offer ?
Vista Del Mar offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Vista Del Mar part of?
Vista Del Mar is part of San Ysidro Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Del Mar located?
Vista Del Mar is located in the Ocean View Hills neighborhood of San Ysidro, CA.
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