Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1323 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
47%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Elementary School is ranked #1323 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Vista Elementary School?
336 students attend Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Elementary School?
Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vista Elementary School offer ?
Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Elementary School part of?
Vista Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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