Needs Improvement
#9305 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rio Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
611 Pacifica Ave., Bay Point, CA 94565
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,305 of 9,539
In Bay Point
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#43 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Rio Vista Elementary
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About Rio Vista Elementary
Rio Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Bay Point, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Rio Vista Elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,305 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Rio Vista Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rio Vista Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
44% of students at Rio 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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Rio Vista Elementary — Students at Rio Vista Elementary score 18% 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 34 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: 3.3/10.
How Rio Vista Elementary Compares
See how Rio Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
611 Pacifica Ave., Bay Point, CA 94565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rio Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. (rated 5.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain View Elementary (rated 4.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Cove Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Pittsburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay Point, see our Bay Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shore Acres Elementary Bay Point | 0.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Riverview Middle Bay Point | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Delta View Elementary Pittsburg | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Above and Beyond Academy Bay Point | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bel Air Elementary Bay Point | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Willow Cove Elementary Pittsburg | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Monte Gardens Elementary Concord | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Sunrise (Special Education) Concord | 3.6 mi | — |
| Concord High Concord | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| El Dorado Middle Concord | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 4.1 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Westwood Elementary Concord | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Sun Terrace Elementary Concord | 3.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Rancho Medanos Junior High Pittsburg | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Holbrook Language Academy Concord | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 4.5 mi | — |
| Wren Avenue Elementary Concord | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,035
Median Home Value
$563,300
Median Rent
$2,145/mo
Population
99,933
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rio Vista Elementary
What grades does Rio Vista Elementary serve?
Rio Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rio Vista Elementary?
Rio Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rio Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Rio Vista Elementary ranks #9,305 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rio Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Rio Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rio Vista Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rio Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rio Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rio Vista Elementary?
75.6% of students at Rio 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (925) 458-6101
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #43 of 47
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