Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vista La Mesa 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista La Mesa Academy's student population of 531 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Vista La Mesa Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista La Mesa Academy is 0.61, 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
#6319 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista La Mesa Academy's ranking?
Vista La Mesa Academy is ranked #6319 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista La Mesa Academy?
531 students attend Vista La Mesa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Vista La Mesa Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista La Mesa Academy?
Vista La Mesa Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista La Mesa Academy offer ?
Vista La Mesa Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vista La Mesa Academy part of?
Vista La Mesa Academy is part of Lemon Grove School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School (Events Calendar)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed) (Events Calendar)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed) (Events Calendar)
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed) (Events Calendar)
October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed) (Events Calendar)
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
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