Serving 851 students in grades 7-8, Rio Vista Middle School 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 38% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Vista Middle School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
851 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Rio Vista Middle School 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 Rio Vista Middle School is 0.64, 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
#3047 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Vista Middle School's ranking?
Rio Vista Middle School is ranked #3047 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rio Vista Middle School often compared to?
Rio Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Intermediate, Tioga Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% 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 Rio Vista Middle School?
851 students attend Rio Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rio Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Vista Middle School?
Rio Vista Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Vista Middle School offer ?
Rio Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rio Vista Middle School part of?
Rio Vista Middle School is part of Central Unified School District.
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