Excellent
#517 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Vista Grande Elementary
Elementary School · Ontario-Montclair
1390 West Francis St., Ontario, CA 91762
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#517 of 9,539
In Ontario
#3 of 37
public schools
In district
#3 of 33
Ontario-Montclair
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Vista Grande Elementary
Vista Grande Elementary is a public elementary school in Ontario, CA, part of Ontario-Montclair. Vista Grande Elementary serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista Grande Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vista Grande Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Vista Grande Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
31% of students at Vista Grande 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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Vista Grande Elementary — Students at Vista Grande Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Vista Grande Elementary Compares
See how Vista Grande Elementary 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
1390 West Francis St., Ontario, CA 91762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista Grande Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kingsley Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Montclair), with a comparable rating. Another option is Euclid Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Richard Haynes Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ontario, see our Ontario schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oaks Middle Ontario | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Ontario High Ontario | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chino | 0.6 mi | — |
| Richard Haynes Elementary Ontario | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mission Elementary Ontario | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ONTARIO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ORION INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Ontario | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Hunter Academies Ontario | 0.9 mi | — |
| Walnut Avenue Elementary Chino | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| E. J. Marshall Elementary Chino | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Alicia Cortez Elementary Chino | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Chino High Chino | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Kraft Academy Ontario | 1.5 mi | — |
| United Family Schooling Chino | 1.6 mi | — |
| Euclid Elementary Ontario | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kingsley Elementary Montclair | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario | 1.6 mi | — |
| Allegiance STEAM Academy - Thrive Chino | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ONTARIO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| De Anza Middle Ontario | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,289
Median Home Value
$568,700
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
63,656
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista Grande Elementary
What grades does Vista Grande Elementary serve?
Vista Grande Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Vista Grande Elementary?
Vista Grande Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista Grande Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista Grande Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vista Grande Elementary rank in CA?
Vista Grande Elementary ranks #517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vista Grande Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista Grande Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Vista Grande Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista Grande Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vista Grande Elementary a charter school?
No, Vista Grande Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vista Grande Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vista Grande Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vista Grande Elementary?
82.0% of students at Vista Grande 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
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (909) 988-2234
Resources & Links
District
Ontario-Montclair- District Enrollment
- 17,944
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,882
- District Rank
- #3 of 33
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