Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mar 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mar Vista Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mar Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mar Vista Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#7621 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mar Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Mar Vista Elementary School is ranked #7621 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mar Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Mar Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laguna Vista 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 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mar Vista Elementary School?
464 students attend Mar Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mar Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mar Vista Elementary School?
Mar Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mar Vista Elementary School offer ?
Mar Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mar Vista Elementary School part of?
Mar Vista Elementary School is part of Ocean View School District.
In what neighborhood is Mar Vista Elementary School located?
Mar Vista Elementary School is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mar Vista.
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