Serving 1,953 students in grades 9-12, Vista Del Lago High 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,953 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vista Del Lago High School's student population of 1,953 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Del Lago High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Del Lago High School is 0.38, 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
#5512 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Del Lago High School's ranking?
Vista Del Lago High School is ranked #5512 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Del Lago High School often compared to?
Vista Del Lago High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Del Lago High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Del Lago High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Del Lago High School?
1,953 students attend Vista Del Lago High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vista Del Lago High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Lago High School?
Vista Del Lago High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Lago High School offer ?
Vista Del Lago High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista Del Lago High School part of?
Vista Del Lago High School is part of Moreno Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 12/1/2021
this school is amazing, I like this school because it has everything a child wants. I also like the teacher they are very nice and good at teaching.
2 3/14/2011
academically, sports, teachers, all the important things this school is missing completly!!!!
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