Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Meadows Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Mission Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Meadows Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#4203 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Meadows Elementary School is ranked #4203 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Fay Pendleton Elementary School, North Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Meadows Elementary School?
473 students attend Mission Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mission Meadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Meadows Elementary School?
Mission Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Mission Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mission Meadows Elementary School part of?
Mission Meadows Elementary School is part of Vista Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Meadows Elementary School located?
Mission Meadows Elementary School is located in the Guajome neighborhood of Vista, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Guajome.
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