Serving 948 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vista Oaks Charter 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Oaks Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Oaks Charter's student population of 948 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
School Motto
'At Vista Oaks, we will create a respectful learning environment where each student can reach his or her fullest potential through an individualized, standards-based educational program structured for student鈥檚 success.'
School Rankings
Vista Oaks Charter 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 Vista Oaks Charter is 0.70, which is more 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
#4616 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Oaks Charter's ranking?
Vista Oaks Charter is ranked #4616 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Oaks Charter often compared to?
Vista Oaks Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Rio Valley Charter, Horizons School Independent Study by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Oaks Charter?
The graduation rate of Vista Oaks Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Oaks Charter?
948 students attend Vista Oaks Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Vista Oaks Charter students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Oaks Charter?
Vista Oaks Charter has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Oaks Charter offer ?
Vista Oaks Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vista Oaks Charter part of?
Vista Oaks Charter is part of Vista Oaks Charter School District.
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