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#3616 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High
High School · Twin Rivers Unified
2035 North Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,616 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#45 of 198
public schools
In district
#14 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Vista Nueva Career and Technology High
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Vista Nueva Career and Technology High serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista Nueva Career and Technology High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,616 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vista Nueva Career and Technology High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Vista Nueva Career and Technology High 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.
Test scores at Vista Nueva Career and Technology High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Vista Nueva Career and Technology High — Students at Vista Nueva Career and Technology High score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 7.6/10.
How Vista Nueva Career and Technology High Compares
See how Vista Nueva Career and Technology High 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
2035 North Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista Nueva Career and Technology High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grant Union High (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Area Community (rated 4.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Futures High (rated 4.3/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Area Community Sacramento | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Michael J. Castori Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 1.0 mi | — |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Main Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Dyer-Kelly Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Marconi Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Howe Avenue Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| D. W. Babcock Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista Nueva Career and Technology High
What grades does Vista Nueva Career and Technology High serve?
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vista Nueva Career and Technology High?
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista Nueva Career and Technology High?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista Nueva Career and Technology High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vista Nueva Career and Technology High rank in CA?
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High ranks #3,616 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vista Nueva Career and Technology High's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Nueva Career and Technology High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista Nueva Career and Technology High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vista Nueva Career and Technology High a charter school?
No, Vista Nueva Career and Technology High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vista Nueva Career and Technology High a Title I school?
No, Vista Nueva Career and Technology High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vista Nueva Career and Technology High?
97.0% of students at Vista Nueva Career and Technology High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 566-2750
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #14 of 43
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