Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sierra Vista K-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Vista K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sierra Vista K-8's student population of 611 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Our mission is to prepare all students to be respectful leaders by providing service to their community.
School Rankings
Sierra Vista K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Vista K-8 is 0.69, which is more 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
#3103 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista K-8's ranking?
Sierra Vista K-8 is ranked #3103 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Vista K-8 often compared to?
Sierra Vista K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Charter Elementary School, Kairos Public by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista K-8?
611 students attend Sierra Vista K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sierra Vista K-8 students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista K-8?
Sierra Vista K-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista K-8 offer ?
Sierra Vista K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sierra Vista K-8 part of?
Sierra Vista K-8 is part of Vacaville Unified School District.
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