Mission Vista High School is a public, comprehensive, dual-magnet high school in Oceanside, California. It is part of Vista Unified School District. The school currently serves 1,725 students and has been accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges through 2025.
Serving 1,662 students in grades 9-12, Mission Vista High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mission Vista High School's student population of 1,662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Black, Green, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mission Vista High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Vista High School is 0.67, 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
#1091 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Vista High School's ranking?
Mission Vista High School is ranked #1091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Vista High School often compared to?
Mission Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Mission Vista High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mission Vista High School?
1,662 students attend Mission Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mission Vista High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Vista High School?
Mission Vista High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Vista High School offer ?
Mission Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Vista High School part of?
Mission Vista High School is part of Vista Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Vista High School located?
Mission Vista High School is located in the Peacock neighborhood of Vista, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Peacock.
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