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#6717 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mountain Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
49-750 Hjorth St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,717 of 9,539
In Indio
#4 of 19
public schools
In district
#16 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mountain Vista Elementary
Elementary School in Indio · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain Vista Elementary
Mountain Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Mountain Vista Elementary serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,717 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Vista Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mountain Vista Elementary runs 21.5:1 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.
37% of students at Mountain 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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Mountain Vista Elementary — Students at Mountain Vista Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Mountain Vista Elementary Compares
See how Mountain Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
49-750 Hjorth St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Imagine Schools Riverside County (rated 4.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Coachella), with a comparable rating. Another option is Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (rated 4.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy (rated 4.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Indio High Indio | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 2.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| La Quinta Middle La Quinta | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Harry S. Truman Elementary La Quinta | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 2.8 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 2.8 mi | — |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,663
Median Home Value
$372,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
66,364
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
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|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alberta Martone Elementary Modesto, CA | 5.3 |
| Alcott Elementary Pomona, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Vista Elementary
What grades does Mountain Vista Elementary serve?
Mountain Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mountain Vista Elementary?
Mountain Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Vista Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Mountain Vista Elementary ranks #6,717 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mountain Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Mountain Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Vista Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mountain Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Mountain Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mountain Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Vista Elementary?
77.1% of students at Mountain 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (760) 775-6888
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #16 of 21
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