Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Vista Verde Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Verde Middle School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
900 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child is Entitled to a Free Appropriate Public Education
School Rankings
Vista Verde Middle 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 Vista Verde Middle School is 0.54, 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
#5850 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Verde Middle School's ranking?
Vista Verde Middle School is ranked #5850 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Verde Middle School often compared to?
Vista Verde Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Middle School, Mountain View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Verde Middle School?
900 students attend Vista Verde Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Vista Verde Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Verde Middle School?
Vista Verde Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Verde Middle School offer ?
Vista Verde Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vista Verde Middle School part of?
Vista Verde Middle School is part of Val Verde Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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