Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts

Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
600 N Santa Fe Ave,  Vista, CA
Vista Unified School District
3.3
4.6
642 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Catina Hancock
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
35%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
8.9%
State Average
17.9%
Science
6.6%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
624:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.6%
Hispanic
79%
White
14%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black
1.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 6 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
6/22/2016
The school was tagged multiple times during the time I was there. I would not touch the cafeteria food with a pole. It's gross, and it is all frozen re heated food that comes from who knows where.
5.0 NicheUser
4/15/2016
Lots of clubs and they are very fun to participate in.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 81 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/17/2025
I love VAPA and my children love it as well. The teachers are great, it's family-oriented they have a lot of fun nights for families at the school. From camping out to International Day, and so much more. The staff is amazing and helpful. My kids love attending and I recommend it to parents.
2.0 other
8/9/2019
Although, the options of extra curricular activities is a bonus and will do many children well, I was disappointed with the treatment of my 2nd grader. He was told he had more expectations put on his behavior (wiggling in class) because of his strong academics. He was above in his class academically...
5.0 other
7/3/2019
The staff is super involved with the 'whole' student, making sure ALL needs are being met. I am happy my grandson has attended this school.
5.0 parent
8/11/2018
Amazing. I am so happy my daughter finally got to get into this school. It meets her needs and she has learned more in this one year than i have seen at her prior school.

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Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Vista, CA, in the Vista neighborhood, and is served by the Vista Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 642 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $950,594. Discover additional schools in the area, like Major General Raymond Murray High School, Vista High School, Vista Visions Academy, and more. Learn more about what Vista has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Vista Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts.

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