B+
Monte Vista Independent Study
PublicHighGrades 7–12Alternative Education School
1003 Presidio Sq., Costa Mesa, CA 92626 · (949) 515-6690 · Part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Students
48
Students per teacher
5:1
Free or reduced lunch
67%
Setting
City
Grades
7–12
What stands out about Monte Vista Independent Study
- Math proficiency 8 pts above the state
- Small classes: 5:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 97.2% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency42%
State average 33.6%
Reading / language arts52%
State average 48.6%
Location
Directions ↗
1003 Presidio Sq., Costa Mesa
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 73
Grade 85
Grade 911
Grade 108
Grade 1110
Grade 1211
Enrollment over time
1,731’20
403’21
199’22
62’23
48’24
Down 97.2% since 2020.
Who goes here
Hispanic 50%White 40%Two or more races 8%Asian 2%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.