Very Good
#2144 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Vista Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
15040 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402
Enrollment
1,159
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,159
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,144 of 9,539
In Panorama City
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#237 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Vista Middle
Middle School in Panorama City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vista Middle
Vista Middle is a public middle school in Panorama City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Vista Middle serves approximately 1,159 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,144 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vista Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Vista Middle 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 Middle — Students at Vista Middle score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.1/10.
How Vista Middle Compares
See how Vista Middle 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
15040 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valor Academy Middle (rated 4.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), a more accessible option. For more schools in Panorama City, see our Panorama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noble Avenue Elementary North Hills | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Panorama City Elementary Panorama City | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Panorama City | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Cal Burke High Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Rosa Parks Learning Center North Hills | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles Panorama City | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Panorama High Panorama City | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| DUBNOFF CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT North Hills | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Robert Fulton College Preparatory Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Langdon Avenue Elementary North Hills | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| The Help Group's North Hills Prep Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | — |
| Valor Academy Middle Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTH HILLS PREP Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Primary Academy for Success Panorama City | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Lashon Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Valerio Street Elementary Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE North Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Our Lady of Peace Elementary North Hills | 1.0 mi | — |
| Achievers Academy Preschool North Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,369
Median Home Value
$586,500
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
66,710
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
34.4%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
35.1
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| Fred Newhart Middle Mission Viejo, CA | 7.7 |
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Oak Avenue Intermediate Temple City, CA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista Middle
What grades does Vista Middle serve?
Vista Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Vista Middle?
Vista Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista Middle is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vista Middle rank in CA?
Vista Middle ranks #2,144 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vista Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vista Middle a charter school?
No, Vista Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vista Middle a Title I school?
No, Vista Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vista Middle?
95.7% of students at Vista Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (818) 901-2727
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #237 of 769
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