Serving 915 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 915 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning's student population of 915 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
915 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
鈥淧roudly Preparing our Students for Their Future鈥
School Rankings
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning 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 Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is 0.59, 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
#4578 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning's ranking?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is ranked #4578 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning often compared to?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Academic Excellence, Sitting Bull Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning?
915 students attend Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning offer ?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning part of?
Rio Vista School Of Applied Learning is part of Apple Valley Unified School District.
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