Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vista Grande Elementary School 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista Grande Elementary serves the southwest part of Ontario, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest point being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Grande Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Vista Grande Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
358 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Vista Grande Elementary School 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 Grande Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#3364 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Grande Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Grande Elementary School is ranked #3364 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Grande Elementary School often compared to?
Vista Grande Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Grande Elementary School?
358 students attend Vista Grande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vista Grande Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Grande Elementary School?
Vista Grande Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Grande Elementary School offer ?
Vista Grande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vista Grande Elementary School part of?
Vista Grande Elementary School is part of Ontario-Montclair School District.
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