Serving 634 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vista Norte Public Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Norte Public Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vista Norte Public Charter's student population of 634 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Norte Public Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Norte Public Charter is 0.39, 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
#3220 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 is Vista Norte Public Charter's ranking?
Vista Norte Public Charter is ranked #3220 out of 3,649 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Norte Public Charter?
The graduation rate of Vista Norte Public Charter is 10-14%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vista Norte Public Charter?
634 students attend Vista Norte Public Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Vista Norte Public Charter students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Norte Public Charter?
Vista Norte Public Charter has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Norte Public Charter offer ?
Vista Norte Public Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vista Norte Public Charter part of?
Vista Norte Public Charter is part of Vista Norte Public Charter School District.
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