Serving 667 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Norte Public Charter's student population of 667 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Vista Norte Public Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#9162 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Graduation Rate
15-19%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 #9162 out of 9,523 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Norte Public Charter?
The graduation rate of Vista Norte Public Charter is 15-19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Norte Public Charter?
667 students attend Vista Norte Public Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vista Norte Public Charter students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% 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 30:1, 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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