Plaza Vista

plazavista.iusd.org

835 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Plaza Vista School, located in Irvine, California, is a highly-regarded K-8 school within the Irvine Unified School District (IUSD). It is known for providing a comprehensive and balanced educational environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and the integration of technology in the classroom. As a K-8 institution, the school is designed to offer a consistent, nurturing community where students can build strong relationships with peers and faculty throughout their formative years, facilitating a smoother transition from elementary to middle school.

The school is widely recognized for its strong parent involvement and a dedicated staff committed to supporting a diverse student body. Plaza Vista focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that goes beyond standard core subjects, often incorporating extracurricular programs and enrichment opportunities that foster critical thinking and creativity. By maintaining a focus on both high academic standards and the social-emotional well-being of its students, Plaza Vista continues to be a standout choice for families in the Northwood/Westpark area of Irvine.

835

Total Students

32.7

Full-Time Teachers

25.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

20.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Plaza Vista
Demographic	Student Count
White	168
Hispanic	122
Black	8
Asian	462
Two or More	67
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	4

Asian
462 (55.3%)
White
168 (20.1%)
Hispanic
122 (14.6%)
Two or More
67 (8.0%)
Black
8 (1.0%)
American Indian
4 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Irvine Unified
Phone:	(949)936-6955
Website:	http://plazavista.iusd.org
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	835
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	166
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 123

Grade 1 78

Grade 2 90

Grade 3 82

Grade 4 97

Grade 5 83

Grade 6 104

Grade 7 107

Grade 8 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Plaza Vista
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	123
Grade 1	78
Grade 2	90
Grade 3	82
Grade 4	97
Grade 5	83
Grade 6	104
Grade 7	107
Grade 8	71

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Plaza Vista
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	408	48.9%
Male	427	51.1%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)