Vista High School is a public high school in Vista, California, United States. Vista is located in North San Diego County. Vista Unified School District encompasses a large geographic area. As such, it serves the needs of students from the cities of Vista, Bonsall, San Marcos, Oceanside, and Carlsbad.
Serving 1,746 students in grades 9-12, Vista High 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 22% (which is lower 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista High serves the northern part of Vista, CA, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most living within about 2 miles of the boundary and the furthest edge extending to 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista High School's student population of 1,746 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,746 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Vista High 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 High School is 0.27, 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
#4777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista High School's ranking?
Vista High School is ranked #4777 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista High School often compared to?
Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Vista High School, Rancho Buena Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Vista High School is 87%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Vista High School?
1,746 students attend Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vista High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista High School?
Vista High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista High School offer ?
Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista High School part of?
Vista High School is part of Vista Unified School District.
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