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Mountain Vista High
High School · Madera Unified
1901 Clinton Ave., Madera, CA 93638
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,264 of 9,539
In Madera
#26 of 41
public schools
In district
#18 of 27
Madera Unified
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About Mountain Vista High
Mountain Vista High is a public high school in Madera, CA, part of Madera Unified. Mountain Vista High serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,264 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Vista High show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Mountain Vista High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mountain Vista High 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.
88% of students at Mountain Vista High 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 High — Students at Mountain Vista High score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 6.9/10.
How Mountain Vista High Compares
See how Mountain Vista 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
1901 Clinton Ave., Madera, CA 93638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Vista High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sherman Thomas Charter High (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Madera High (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Millview Elementary Madera | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| John J. Pershing Elementary Madera | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Madera County Independent Academy Madera | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Juvenile Hall (Endeavor/Voyager Secondary) Madera | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pioneer Technical Center Madera | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| James Monroe Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Madera | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Gould Educational Center Madera | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 1.7 mi | — |
| Sherman Thomas STEM Academy Madera | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Madera High Madera | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Sherman Thomas Charter High Madera | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sherman Thomas Charter Madera | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Liberty Charter Madera | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,031
Median Home Value
$291,500
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
51,502
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
29
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Vista High
What grades does Mountain Vista High serve?
Mountain Vista High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Mountain Vista High?
Mountain Vista High has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Vista High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Vista High is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Vista High rank in CA?
Mountain Vista High ranks #6,264 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mountain Vista High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Vista High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Vista High has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Mountain Vista High a charter school?
No, Mountain Vista High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Vista High a Title I school?
No, Mountain Vista High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Vista High?
97.6% of students at Mountain Vista 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.4%
- Phone
- (559) 675-4580
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
Madera Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,142
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,565
- District Rank
- #18 of 27
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