About the Data
This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.
About the School
At Vista Academy, our mission is to foster a rigorous academic learning environment and school culture that embodies equity, diversity and a sense of belonging for all students, families, staff and community. Our covenant is to identify, address and move past performance barriers allowing students to regain their academic success.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 84.5 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 66.7 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 87.3 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 82 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 84.2 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 93.7 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 91.7 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | NA | 29 | NA |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 30.5 | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 30 | NA |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | NA | 33.5 | NA |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 27.5 | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | 33 | NA |
SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 11.9 % | 18.8 % | +6.9 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 14.3 % | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.
PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 26 | 38 | +12.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 | 43 | +17.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 20 | 42.5 | +22.5 |
PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 43 | 37 | -6.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 28 | 31.5 | +3.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 45 | 37 | -8.0 |
4-Year Graduation Rate
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 74.29 % | 63.4 % | -10.9 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | 2 % | NA |
| Asian | NA | 66.7 % | NA |
| Black or African American | 80 % | 61.9 % | -18.1 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 70.45 % | 63 % | -7.4 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 % | 98 % | +98.0 % |
| Two or More Races | 100 % | 2 % | -98.0 % |
| White | 100 % | 2 % | -98.0 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 75.41 % | 56.7 % | -18.7 % |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 78.1 % |
| Truancy Rate | 17.2 % |