Serving 655 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Vista San Gabriel Elementary 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista San Gabriel Elementary 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 San Gabriel Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#8187 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
81%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista San Gabriel Elementary School's ranking?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School is ranked #8187 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista San Gabriel Elementary School?
655 students attend Vista San Gabriel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vista San Gabriel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista San Gabriel Elementary School?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Vista San Gabriel Elementary School offer ?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Vista San Gabriel Elementary School part of?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary School is part of Wilsona Elementary School District.
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