Needs Improvement
#9094 of 9,539 schools in CA
Marina Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Monterey Peninsula Unified
390 Carmel Ave., Marina, CA 93933
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,094 of 9,539
In Marina
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Monterey Peninsula Unified
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Marina Vista Elementary
Elementary School in Marina · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marina Vista Elementary
Marina Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Marina, CA, part of Monterey Peninsula Unified. Marina Vista Elementary serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marina Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,094 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marina Vista Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Marina Vista Elementary runs 22.2:1 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.
40% of students at Marina Vista Elementary 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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Marina Vista Elementary — Students at Marina Vista Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
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: 2.6/10.
How Marina Vista Elementary Compares
See how Marina Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
390 Carmel Ave., Marina, CA 93933
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marina Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ord Terrace Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. C. Crumpton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula (rated 6.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marina, see our Marina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J. C. Crumpton Elementary Marina | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Los Arboles Middle Marina | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Marina High Marina | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Ione Olson Elementary Marina | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Learning for Life Charter Marina | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Chartwell School Seaside | 2.8 mi | — |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 4.3 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 4.3 mi | — |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Seaside High Seaside | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 5.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 5.9 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 5.9 mi | — |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93933 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,625
Median Home Value
$776,900
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
27,617
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marina Vista Elementary
What grades does Marina Vista Elementary serve?
Marina Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Marina Vista Elementary?
Marina Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marina Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marina Vista Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marina Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Marina Vista Elementary ranks #9,094 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marina Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marina Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Marina Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marina Vista Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marina Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Marina Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marina Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marina Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marina Vista Elementary?
75.6% of students at Marina Vista Elementary 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
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (831) 392-3580
Resources & Links
District
Monterey Peninsula Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,252
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,521
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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