Very Good
#445 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 25% of private schools
New Vista School
High School
23092 MILL CREEK DR, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#445 of 1,787
In Laguna Hills
#2 of 3
public schools
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New Vista School
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About New Vista School
New Vista School is a private high school in Laguna Hills, CA. New Vista School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Vista School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, New Vista School 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, New Vista School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Vista School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New Vista School compares to the 4 public schools in Laguna Hills, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Laguna Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Vista School (this school) | 7.1 |
| San Joaquin Elementary | 6.0 |
| Laguna Hills High | 7.1 |
| Lomarena Elementary | 6.7 |
| Valencia Elementary | 7.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
23092 MILL CREEK DR, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Vista School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW HORIZON SCHOOL IRVINE (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Irvine), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE GENEVA SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Laguna Woods), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Excel Academy Charter (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Irvine), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Laguna Hills, see our Laguna Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southern California Preperatory School Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| C4L Academy Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| C4L ACADEMY Irvine | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Oakridge School Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Joaquin Elementary Laguna Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| The Geneva School Laguna Woods | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL Laguna Woods | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum Irvine | 1.4 mi | — |
| Excel Academy Charter Irvine | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Excel Academy Charter Irvine | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| The Conrad Academy Irvine | 1.4 mi | — |
| New Horizon School Irvine Upper Campus Irvine | 1.3 mi | — |
| LEPORT SCHOOLS - IRVINE SPECTRUM NORTH CAMPUS Irvine | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LEPORT SCHOOLS Irvine | 1.5 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL IRVINE Irvine | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Tumble 'N Grow Irvine | 1.7 mi | — |
| Pathway School, Inc. Laguna Hills | 1.6 mi | — |
| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Triple-I Academy Irvine | 2.0 mi | — |
| Foundation on the Rock Lake Forest | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,623
Median Home Value
$978,400
Median Rent
$2,637/mo
Population
29,596
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.4
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|---|---|
| FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH El Segundo, CA | 7.1 |
| Hayfork High Hayfork, CA | 7.1 |
| IvyTech Charter Moorpark, CA | 7.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Monica, CA | 7.1 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION Los Olivos, CA | 7.1 |
| Mountain Lakes High Redding, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Vista School
What grades does New Vista School serve?
New Vista School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend New Vista School?
New Vista School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Vista School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Vista School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Vista School rank in CA?
New Vista School ranks #445 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is New Vista School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Vista School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Vista School a private school?
Yes, New Vista School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Vista School a religious school?
No, New Vista School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 455-1270
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