Below Average
#8412 of 9,539 schools in CA
Vista Norte Public Charter
School · Vista Norte Public Charter District
248 East Base Line Rd., Rialto, CA 92376
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,412 of 9,539
In Rialto
#22 of 26
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Vista Norte Public Charter
School in Rialto · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vista Norte Public Charter
Vista Norte Public Charter is a public school in Rialto, CA, part of Vista Norte Public Charter District. Vista Norte Public Charter serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista Norte Public Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vista Norte Public Charter show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Vista Norte Public Charter 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.
Vista Norte Public Charter runs 27.4:1 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.
Vista Norte Public Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Vista Norte Public Charter — Students at Vista Norte Public Charter score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Vista Norte Public Charter Compares
See how Vista Norte Public Charter 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
248 East Base Line Rd., Rialto, CA 92376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista Norte Public Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. W.J.C. Trapp Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower High (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sam V. Curtis Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rialto, see our Rialto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Warren F. Frisbie Middle Rialto | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Lida M. Henry Elementary Rialto | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Eisenhower High Rialto | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lena M. Preston Elementary Rialto | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Levi Bemis Elementary Rialto | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| George H. Dunn Elementary Rialto | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Rialto | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Winn A. Myers Elementary Rialto | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Merle S. Casey Elementary Rialto | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Elizabeth T. Hughbanks Elementary Rialto | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Helen L. Dollahan Elementary Rialto | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Ben F. Kolb Middle Rialto | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| J. Calvin Boyd Elementary Rialto | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Provisional Accelerated Learning Academy San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Sam V. Curtis Elementary Rialto | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Charlotte N. Werner Elementary Rialto | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| J.P. Kelley Elementary Rialto | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| W.J.C. Trapp Elementary Rialto | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Rialto High Rialto | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,914
Median Home Value
$433,100
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
84,161
College Educated
10.4%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista Norte Public Charter
What grades does Vista Norte Public Charter serve?
Vista Norte Public Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Vista Norte Public Charter?
Vista Norte Public Charter has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista Norte Public Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista Norte Public Charter is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vista Norte Public Charter rank in CA?
Vista Norte Public Charter ranks #8,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vista Norte Public Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista Norte Public Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Norte Public Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista Norte Public Charter has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Vista Norte Public Charter a charter school?
Yes, Vista Norte Public Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Vista Norte Public Charter a Title I school?
No, Vista Norte Public Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vista Norte Public Charter?
88.0% of students at Vista Norte Public Charter 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.4%
- Phone
- (909) 509-5496
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Vista Norte Public Charter District- District Enrollment
- 631
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,391
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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