Norte Vista High School is a high school in Riverside, California, part of the Alvord Unified School District, and the home of the Norte Vista Braves.
Serving 1,905 students in grades 9-12, Norte Vista High 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,905 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norte Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Norte Vista High School's student population of 1,905 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,905 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Norte Vista High 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 Norte Vista High School is 0.17, 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
#6212 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Norte Vista High School's ranking?
Norte Vista High School is ranked #6212 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norte Vista High School often compared to?
Norte Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Sierra High School, Hillcrest High 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norte Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Norte Vista High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Norte Vista High School?
1,905 students attend Norte Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norte Vista High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norte Vista High School?
Norte Vista High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norte Vista High School offer ?
Norte Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Norte Vista High School part of?
Norte Vista High School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Norte Vista High School located?
Norte Vista High School is located in the Arlanza neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Arlanza.
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