Serving 529 students in grades 6-8, Vista Del Mar Middle 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 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Mar Middle 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
Vista Del Mar Middle School's student population of 529 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Del Mar Middle 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 Vista Del Mar Middle School is 0.43, 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
#728 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Mar Middle School's ranking?
Vista Del Mar Middle School is ranked #728 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vista Del Mar Middle School often compared to?
Vista Del Mar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shorecliffs Middle School, Bernice Ayer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Mar Middle School?
529 students attend Vista Del Mar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Vista Del Mar Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Mar Middle School?
Vista Del Mar Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Mar Middle School offer ?
Vista Del Mar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vista Del Mar Middle School part of?
Vista Del Mar Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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