Serving 1,745 students in grades 9-12, Vista Del Lago High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Lago High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vista Del Lago High School's student population of 1,745 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Del Lago High School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.62, 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
#1036 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
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 #1036 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 Folsom High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% 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 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Del Lago High School?
1,745 students attend Vista Del Lago High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Vista Del Lago High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Lago High School?
Vista Del Lago High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
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 Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
I''ve worked at a few high schools, and find Vista to be well above the norm. The sudents have more respect for diversity, there is an appreciation for excelling at whatever your do, the staff and students are much closer than at other schools that I''ve worked at, and over all, there is a sense of caring that is unique. On top of all this, the academics are fantastic- there are some real progressive super stars on the staff!
5 2/28/2012
My daughter's first year at this school, she hates it. Difficult to make friends and block scheduling is not a good learning environment that works for her. Predominantly affluent and filled with materialistic headcases. Will be moving her to a more diverse school like CBS.
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