Serving 1,299 students in grades 6-8, Bella Vista Middle School 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 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bella Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bella Vista Middle School's student population of 1,299 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Bella Vista Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bella Vista Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bella Vista Middle School's ranking?
Bella Vista Middle School is ranked #2181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bella Vista Middle School often compared to?
Bella Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School, Temecula Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bella Vista Middle School?
1,299 students attend Bella Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bella Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bella Vista Middle School?
Bella Vista Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bella Vista Middle School offer ?
Bella Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bella Vista Middle School part of?
Bella Vista Middle School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2021
I am a former student of BVMS, I really liked this school, The teachers and staff were very nice and helpful.
5 12/27/2014
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