Very Good
#115 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Vista School
School
3200 MOTOR AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#115 of 1,787
In Los Angeles
#10 of 137
public schools
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Vista School
School in Los Angeles · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vista School
Vista School is a private school in Los Angeles, CA. Vista School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Vista School 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.
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Vista School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Vista School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Vista School compares to 568 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Vista School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Palms Elementary | 5.4 |
| Palms Middle | 7.5 |
| Overland Avenue Elementary | 9.4 |
| Castle Heights Elementary | 9.2 |
| Clover Avenue Elementary | 9.1 |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation | 6.6 |
| Charnock Road Elementary | 8.6 |
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High | 7.4 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 4 | 8.2 |
| Daniel Webster Middle | 6.5 |
| Shenandoah Street Elementary | 6.6 |
| Westwood Charter Elementary | 8.6 |
| Richland Avenue Elementary | 9.4 |
| Canfield Avenue Elementary | 8.8 |
| Mar Vista Elementary | 9.2 |
| Citizens of the World Charter School Mar Vista | 4.3 |
| Emerson Community Charter | 8.2 |
| Fairburn Avenue Elementary | 8.4 |
| Grand View Boulevard Elementary | 9.1 |
| Nora Sterry Elementary | 6.9 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3200 MOTOR AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vista School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Overland Avenue Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Castle Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clover Avenue Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-High Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Palms Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Redeemer Baptist Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| REDEEMER BAPTIST SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FLW Inc. Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Palms Middle Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Overland Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| St. Augustine School (SAS) Culver City | 0.9 mi | — |
| ANGELES WORKSHOP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Clover Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| St. Timothy School Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Century City Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| TEMPLE PRE SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Charnock Road Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,082
Median Home Value
$1,395,000
Median Rent
$2,180/mo
Population
55,120
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
20.6%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
34.4
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| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma, CA | 8.0 |
| FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Fresno, CA | 8.0 |
| ARCADIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.8 |
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| DELPHI ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES Lake View Terrace, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vista School
What grades does Vista School serve?
Vista School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Vista School?
Vista School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vista School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Vista School rank in CA?
Vista School ranks #115 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Vista School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vista School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Vista School a private school?
Yes, Vista School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Vista School a religious school?
No, Vista School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 836-1223
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