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#4599 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Mar Vista Senior High
High School · Sweetwater Union High
505 Elm Ave., Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Enrollment
1,266
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,266
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,599 of 9,539
In Imperial Beach
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 28
Sweetwater Union High
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mar Vista Senior High
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About Mar Vista Senior High
Mar Vista Senior High is a public high school in Imperial Beach, CA, part of Sweetwater Union High. Mar Vista Senior High serves approximately 1,266 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mar Vista Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mar Vista Senior High show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mar Vista Senior High runs 22.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mar Vista Senior High — Students at Mar Vista Senior High score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Mar Vista Senior High Compares
See how Mar Vista Senior High 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
505 Elm Ave., Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mar Vista Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Southwest Senior High (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Emory Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Diego), a more accessible option. For more schools in Imperial Beach, see our Imperial Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial Beach Charter Imperial Beach | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Imperial Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| San Diego County Special Education Imperial Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Oneonta Elementary Imperial Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| SBUSD Virtual Academy Imperial Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Central Elementary Imperial Beach | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Mar Vista Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Charles Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Emory Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| Teofilo Mendoza San Diego | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Godfrey G. Berry Elementary San Diego | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Southwest Senior High San Diego | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Harborside Elementary Chula Vista | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91932 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,071
Median Home Value
$811,000
Median Rent
$1,914/mo
Population
25,897
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
30.7%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mar Vista Senior High
What grades does Mar Vista Senior High serve?
Mar Vista Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mar Vista Senior High?
Mar Vista Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mar Vista Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mar Vista Senior High is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mar Vista Senior High rank in CA?
Mar Vista Senior High ranks #4,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mar Vista Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mar Vista Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Mar Vista Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mar Vista Senior High has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mar Vista Senior High a charter school?
No, Mar Vista Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mar Vista Senior High a Title I school?
No, Mar Vista Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mar Vista Senior High?
78.4% of students at Mar Vista Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (619) 628-5700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sweetwater Union High- District Enrollment
- 35,226
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,647
- District Rank
- #10 of 28
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