Serving 346 students in grades 6-9, Vista Heritage Global Academy 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 18%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Heritage Global Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vista Heritage Global Academy's student population of 346 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vista Heritage Global Academy is 0.10, 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)18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Heritage Global Academy?
346 students attend Vista Heritage Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Vista Heritage Global Academy students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Heritage Global Academy?
Vista Heritage Global Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Heritage Global Academy offer ?
Vista Heritage Global Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Vista Heritage Global Academy part of?
Vista Heritage Global Academy is part of Vista Heritage Global Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Heritage Global Academy located?
Vista Heritage Global Academy is located in the Artesia Pilar neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Artesia Pilar.
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