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Monte Vista Independent Study

1003 Presidio Sq.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 62 students in grades 7-12, Monte Vista Independent Study ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 62 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Monte Vista Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Monte Vista Independent Study's student population of 62 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Monte Vista Independent Study ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Vista Independent Study is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
40-44%
33%
55-59%
47%
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monte Vista Independent Study's ranking?
Monte Vista Independent Study is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monte Vista Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Monte Vista Independent Study is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Monte Vista Independent Study?
62 students attend Monte Vista Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Monte Vista Independent Study students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Vista Independent Study?
Monte Vista Independent Study has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Independent Study offer ?
Monte Vista Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Monte Vista Independent Study part of?
Monte Vista Independent Study is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monte Vista Independent Study located?
Monte Vista Independent Study is located in the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side Costa Mesa.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 62 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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