Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Verde Elementary 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista Verde Elementary serves the northeast part of Phelan, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Verde Elementary School's student population of 774 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
774 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Verde Elementary 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 Verde Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#8518 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Be Respectful - Be Responsible Be Safe - Be Kind
School Mascot
Vista Verde Vipers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Verde Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Verde Elementary School is ranked #8518 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Verde Elementary School?
774 students attend Vista Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Vista Verde Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Verde Elementary School?
Vista Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Verde Elementary School offer ?
Vista Verde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Verde Elementary School part of?
Vista Verde Elementary School is part of Snowline Joint Unified School District.
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