Serving 727 students in grades 7-8, Vista Verde Middle 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista Verde Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Greenfield school district, covering approximately 267.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.1 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Verde Middle School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Verde Middle 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 Middle School is 0.04, 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
#8039 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Verde Middle School's ranking?
Vista Verde Middle School is ranked #8039 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Verde Middle School often compared to?
Vista Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Middle School, Chalone Peaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Verde Middle School?
727 students attend Vista Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vista Verde Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Verde Middle School?
Vista Verde Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Verde Middle School offer ?
Vista Verde Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Vista Verde Middle School part of?
Vista Verde Middle School is part of Greenfield Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
School scores have risen dramatically over the last few years. Students and parents are respected tremendously. The student population is about 1100.
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