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La Vista High (continuation)

High School · Fullerton Joint Union High

909 North State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92831

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,426 of 9,539

In Fullerton

#15 of 25

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Fullerton Joint Union High

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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La Vista High (continuation)

6.0/10

High School in Fullerton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About La Vista High (continuation)

La Vista High (continuation) is a public high school in Fullerton, CA, part of Fullerton Joint Union High. La Vista High (continuation) serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. La Vista High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for La Vista High (continuation) show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at La Vista High (continuation) 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-39.6 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
College Readiness3.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate47%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,726

La Vista High (continuation) — Students at La Vista High (continuation) score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 2.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 14.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
2%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
3.1%
ELA
16.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How La Vista High (continuation) Compares

See how La Vista High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in CA
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

909 North State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92831

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering La Vista High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Troy High (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valencia High (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Placentia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Sierra High (Alternative) (rated 6.1/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fullerton, see our Fullerton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
La Sierra High (Alternative) Fullerton 0.0 mi 6.1
Troy High Fullerton 0.3 mi 8.8
Ivy Crest Montessori Private School Fullerton 0.4 mi
IVYCREST MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL - CHAPMAN Fullerton 0.4 mi 8.2
Acacia Elementary Fullerton 0.5 mi 8.4
St. Juliana Falconieri Fullerton 0.5 mi
ST JULIANA FALCONIERI SCHOOL Fullerton 0.5 mi 7.1
ROSARY ACADEMY Fullerton 0.5 mi 6.0
Rosary Academy Fullerton 0.6 mi
Commonwealth Elementary Fullerton 0.7 mi 3.8
Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts Fullerton 0.7 mi 5.7
Ruby Drive Elementary Placentia 0.9 mi 6.7
Raymond Elementary Fullerton 1.0 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Placentia 1.2 mi 7.3
Topaz Elementary Placentia 1.2 mi 4.5
Valencia High Placentia 1.3 mi 8.7
Sierra Vista Elementary Placentia 1.4 mi 7.1
Kraemer Middle Placentia 1.4 mi 8.1
PLACENTIA TOWNE & COUNTRY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Placentia 1.4 mi
Rolling Hills Elementary Fullerton 1.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,451

Median Home Value

$821,300

Median Rent

$2,093/mo

Population

35,831

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

40.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about La Vista High (continuation)

What grades does La Vista High (continuation) serve?

La Vista High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend La Vista High (continuation)?

La Vista High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Vista High (continuation)?

The student-teacher ratio at La Vista High (continuation) is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does La Vista High (continuation) rank in CA?

La Vista High (continuation) ranks #5,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is La Vista High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?

La Vista High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 La Vista High (continuation)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, La Vista High (continuation) has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is La Vista High (continuation) a charter school?

No, La Vista High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is La Vista High (continuation) a Title I school?

No, La Vista High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Vista High (continuation)?

86.6% of students at La Vista High (continuation) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
4-Year Graduation
47.0%

District

Fullerton Joint Union High
District Enrollment
12,826
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,726
District Rank
#7 of 8

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