Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Flora Vista 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flora Vista 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
Flora Vista Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flora Vista 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 Flora Vista Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#926 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flora Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Flora Vista Elementary School is ranked #926 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Flora Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Flora Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Dale Lane Elementary School, Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Flora Vista Elementary School?
408 students attend Flora Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Flora Vista Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flora Vista Elementary School?
Flora Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Flora Vista Elementary School offer ?
Flora Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Flora Vista Elementary School part of?
Flora Vista Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
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