Serving 727 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Del Mar Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Mar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vista Del Mar Elementary School's student population of 727 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Del Mar Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Del Mar Elementary 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
#654 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Vista Del Mar Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Del Mar Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Del Mar Elementary School often compared to?
Vista Del Mar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truman Benedict Elementary School, Oso Grande Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Mar Elementary School?
727 students attend Vista Del Mar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Vista Del Mar Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Mar Elementary School?
Vista Del Mar Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Mar Elementary School offer ?
Vista Del Mar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Del Mar Elementary School part of?
Vista Del Mar Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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