Average
#1172 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Vista High School
High School · Yuma Union High School District (4507)
2350 S VIRGINIA DR, Yuma, AZ 85364
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,172 of 2,006
In Yuma
#17 of 40
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Yuma Union High School District (4507)
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Vista High School
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About Vista High School
Vista High School is a public high school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Union High School District (4507). Vista High School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,172 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Vista High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Vista High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Vista High School — Students at Vista High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Vista High School Compares
See how Vista High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2350 S VIRGINIA DR, Yuma, AZ 85364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Kofa High School (rated 5.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Desert View Middle & High School (rated 4.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yuma Online Distance Academy Yuma | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| STEDY- Kofa HS Satellite Yuma | 0.3 mi | — |
| Kofa High School Yuma | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Palmcroft Elementary School Yuma | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Gary A. Knox Elementary School Yuma | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma | 1.9 mi | — |
| Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Pueblo Elementary School Yuma | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Centennial Middle School Yuma | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Desert View Middle & High School Yuma | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Desert View Online School Yuma | 2.1 mi | — |
| O C Johnson School Yuma | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Amerischools Academy North Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,497
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
72,125
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
32.7
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| Baboquivari High School Sells, AZ | 6.0 |
| Imagine Prep Superstition Apache Junction, AZ | 6.0 |
| Valor Preparatory Academy Chandler, AZ | 6.0 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa, AZ | 5.8 |
| Antelope Union High School Wellton, AZ | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale, AZ | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista High School
What grades does Vista High School serve?
Vista High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vista High School?
Vista High School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vista High School rank in AZ?
Vista High School ranks #1,172 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Vista High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vista High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vista High School a charter school?
No, Vista High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vista High School a Title I school?
No, Vista High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yuma County
- Phone
- (928) 502-6800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
Yuma Union High School District (4507)- District Enrollment
- 11,369
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,302
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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