Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marina Vista 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marina Vista Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marina Vista 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 Marina Vista Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#6012 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marina Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Marina Vista Elementary School is ranked #6012 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marina Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Marina Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vintage Parkway Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marina Vista Elementary School?
592 students attend Marina Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marina Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marina Vista Elementary School?
Marina Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marina Vista Elementary School offer ?
Marina Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marina Vista Elementary School part of?
Marina Vista Elementary School is part of Pittsburg Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marina Vista Elementary School located?
Marina Vista Elementary School is located in the Old Town neighborhood of Pittsburg, CA.
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