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#6926 of 9,539 schools in CA
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy
Elementary School · Lompoc Unified
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,926 of 9,539
In Lompoc
#14 of 19
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Lompoc Unified
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Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy
Elementary School in Lompoc · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Lompoc, CA, part of Lompoc Unified. Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,926 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy — Students at Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Compares
See how Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manzanita Public Charter (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Valley (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arthur Hapgood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lompoc, see our Lompoc schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc | 1.9 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Maple High Lompoc | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mission Valley Lompoc | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cabrillo High Lompoc | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Santa Maria | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| La Canada Elementary Lompoc | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Lompoc High Lompoc | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc | 4.0 mi | — |
| Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
| LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc | 4.5 mi | — |
| Lompoc Valley Middle Lompoc | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Miguelito Elementary Lompoc | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
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|---|---|
| Alicia Reyes Elementary Merced, CA | 5.2 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 5.2 |
| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville, CA | 5.2 |
| Apple Blossom Sebastopol, CA | 5.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland, CA | 5.2 |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy
What grades does Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy serve?
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy?
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy rank in CA?
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy ranks #6,926 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy?
58.6% of students at Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (805) 742-2350
Resources & Links
District
Lompoc Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,955
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,050
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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