Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mira Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mira Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mira Vista Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Education is the key to unlocking the world, a passport to freedom.” —Oprah Winfrey
School Rankings
Mira Vista Elementary 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 Mira Vista Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#4811 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
24%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mira Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Mira Vista Elementary School is ranked #4811 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mira Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Mira Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mira Vista Elementary School?
510 students attend Mira Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mira Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mira Vista Elementary School?
Mira Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mira Vista Elementary School offer ?
Mira Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mira Vista Elementary School part of?
Mira Vista Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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