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28 schools in Vista

California · Public K-12

Vista's public schools total 28 across the city, with enrollment of about 16,010 and an average school size near 572.

7-year change in Vista

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
15,137
-2,614 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
26
-1 (-4%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
19%
was 20%
% Hispanic
71%
was 70%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
3%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Alta Vista High (Continuation)High09-1290
Beaumont ElementaryElementaryKG-05423
Bella Mente Montessori AcademyElementaryKG-08424
Bobier ElementaryElementaryKG-05563
Breeze Hill ElementaryElementaryKG-05742
California Avenue ElementaryElementaryKG-0542
Casita Center for Science/Math/TechnologyElementaryKG-05744
Classical Academy VistaElementaryKG-08651
Dual Language Immersion North CountyElementaryKG-08276
Foothill Oak ElementaryElementaryKG-05556
Grapevine ElementaryElementaryKG-05730
Guajome Learning CentersCombinedKG-1261
Guajome Park Academy CharterCombinedKG-121,355
Hannalei ElementaryElementaryKG-05480
Joli Ann Leichtag ElementaryElementaryKG-05579
Major General Raymond Murray HighHigh10-12146
Maryland ElementaryElementaryKG-05466
Monte Vista ElementaryElementaryKG-05556
North County Trade Tech HighHigh09-12145
Rancho Buena Vista HighHigh09-121,949
Rancho Minerva MiddleMiddle06-08450
Vista Academy of Visual and Performing ArtsElementaryKG-05740
Vista Adult Transition CenterHigh12-12107
Vista HighHigh09-121,746
Vista Innovation and Design AcademyMiddle06-08834
Vista Magnet Middle School of Technology Science and MathMiddle06-08836
Vista Springs CharterCombinedKG-12251
Vista Visions AcademyCombinedKG-1268

About Vista

Vista, California is home to 28 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 16,010 students. By school count, it is a sprawling city.

In terms of grade levels, the city is built around 15 elementary, 3 middle, 6 high, and 4 other.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment declined 15%: 17,751 students in SY 2017-18 versus 15,137 in SY 2024-25. Over that span, Vista lost 1 school, going from 27 to 26.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Vista discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Vista?
Vista, California has 28 public K-12 schools serving approximately 16,010 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Vista?
Vista has 15 elementary, 3 middle, 6 high, 4 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Vista?
Rancho Buena Vista High is the largest public school in Vista by enrollment, with approximately 1,949 students.
What school districts serve Vista?
Vista is served by 9 public school districts, including Guajome Learning Centers District, Guajome Park Academy Charter District, Vista Springs Charter District, Vista Unified, Bella Mente Montessori Academy District and 4 others.
What grade levels do public schools in Vista cover?
Public schools in Vista serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Vista?
7 of the 28 public schools in Vista are charter schools.