Serving 927 students in grades 7-8, Bonita Vista Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonita Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bonita Vista Middle School's student population of 927 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
'Committed to Academic Excellence'
School Mascot
Crusaders
School Rankings
Bonita Vista Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonita Vista Middle School is 0.48, 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
#2816 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonita Vista Middle School's ranking?
Bonita Vista Middle School is ranked #2816 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bonita Vista Middle School often compared to?
Bonita Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Del Rey Middle School, Hilltop Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonita Vista Middle School?
927 students attend Bonita Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bonita Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonita Vista Middle School?
Bonita Vista Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonita Vista Middle School offer ?
Bonita Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bonita Vista Middle School part of?
Bonita Vista Middle School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
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