What types of schools are available in Vista, California?

Vista, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Vista, California

Q: How many schools are in Vista, California?

There are 26 schools in Vista, California, serving 15,137 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Vista?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Vista, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 26 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

15,137

Total Students

Across Vista

18.9:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

26 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)11 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,949 students at Rancho Buena Vista High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Grapevine Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

630 Grapevine Rd., Vista, CA 92083

Major General Raymond Murray High

publichighGrade 10-12

215 North Melrose Dr., Vista, CA 92083

Vista Magnet Middle School Of Technology Science And Math

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

151 Civic Center Dr., Vista, CA 92084

700 North Ave., Vista, CA 92084

Vista Visions Academy

publichighK-12

1575 Bonair Dr., Vista, CA 92084

120 Hannalei Dr., Vista, CA 92083

Foothill Oak Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1370 Oak Dr., Vista, CA 92084

Vista Innovation And Design Academy

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

740 Olive Ave., Vista, CA 92083

1 Panther Way, Vista, CA 92084

Rancho Buena Vista High

publichighGrade 9-12

1601 Longhorn Dr., Vista, CA 92081

Casita Center For Science/Math/Technology

publicelementaryK-5

260 Cedar Dr., Vista, CA 92083

Monte Vista Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1720 Monte Vista Rd., Vista, CA 92084

Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts

publicelementaryK-5

600 North Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92083

Vista Springs Charter

charter schoolhighK-12

700 East Bobier Ave., Vista, CA 92084

Vista Adult Transition Center

publichighGrade 12-12

325 East Bobier Dr., Vista, CA 92084

550 Beaumont Dr., Vista, CA 92084

Alta Vista High (Continuation)

publichighGrade 9-12

1575 Bonair Dr., Vista, CA 92084

Breeze Hill Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1111 Melrose Way, Vista, CA 92083

California Avenue Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

215 West California Ave., Vista, CA 92083

Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

653 Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA 92081

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Vista

Vista, California is home to 26 schools serving over 15,137 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Vista, California?

There are 26 schools in Vista, serving 15,137 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Vista?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Vista include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Vista?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Vista is 18.9:1.

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