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Best Vista Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 25 public elementary schools serving 15,458 students in Vista, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vista, CA are Casita Center For Science/math/technology, Classical Academy Vista and Empresa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vista, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vista have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Vista, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Casita Center For Science/math/technology
(Math: 71% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
260 Cedar Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-8442
Gr: K-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Classical Academy Vista
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2022 University Dr
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 330-9800
Gr: K-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Empresa Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4850 Avenida Empresa
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 940-8454
Gr: K-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Alamosa Park Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5130 Alamosa Park Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 940-0700
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Vista Magnet Middle School Of Technology Science And Math
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
151 Civic Center Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-5766
Gr: 6-8 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
California Avenue Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
215 West California Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 630-4870
Gr: K-5 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4950 Lake Blvd.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 945-5300
Gr: K-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #88.
Breeze Hill Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1111 Melrose Way
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 945-2373
Gr: K-5 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #99.
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
653 Poinsettia Ave.
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 290-2888
Gr: K-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1010.
T.h.e Leadership Academy
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1550 Temple Heights Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-6242
Gr: K-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1111.
Guajome Park Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2000 North Santa Fe Ave.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Gr: K-12 | 1,355 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1212.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1720 Monte Vista Rd.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-0410
Gr: K-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1313.
Mission Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5657 Spur Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 630-7884
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1414.
Vista Innovation And Design Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
740 Olive Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-7115
Gr: 6-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1515.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4930 Lake Blvd.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 940-0176
Gr: 6-8 | 1,158 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1616.
Guajome Learning Centers
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 North Santa Fe Ave.
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 631-8500
Gr: K-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1717.
Bella Mente Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1737 West Vista Way
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 621-8948
Gr: K-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1818.
Vista Visions Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1575 Bonair Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-4785
Gr: K-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1919.
Hannalei Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
120 Hannalei Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-6248
Gr: K-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #2020.
Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 North Santa Fe Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 941-0880
Gr: K-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #2121.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
850 Sagewood Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 726-8003
Gr: 6-8 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #2222.
Grapevine Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
630 Grapevine Rd.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-8329
Gr: K-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #2323.
Maryland Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
700 North Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-6675
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #2424.
Bobier Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
550 Beaumont Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 724-8501
Gr: K-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2525.
Foothill Oak Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1370 Oak Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 631-3458
Gr: K-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vista, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vista, CA include Casita Center For Science/math/technology, Classical Academy Vista and Empresa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vista?
25 public elementary schools are located in Vista.
What is the racial composition of students in Vista?
Vista public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Vista are often viewed compared to one another?

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