Serving 835 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plaza Vista ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plaza Vista 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
Plaza Vista's student population of 835 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
835 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
We take care of this place, we take care of each other
School Rankings
Plaza Vista ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plaza Vista is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1187 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Vista's ranking?
Plaza Vista is ranked #1187 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Plaza Vista?
835 students attend Plaza Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Plaza Vista students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plaza Vista?
Plaza Vista has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Plaza Vista offer ?
Plaza Vista offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plaza Vista part of?
Plaza Vista is part of Irvine Unified School District.
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