Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary: Vista Magnet School (2026 List)

About Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary

Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary is 653 Poinsettia Avenue, which is in a big suburban area of Vista. There are 600 students at the school, which serves grades K–5. It currently has a student–teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic metrics indicate that 50% of students are proficient in math and 44% are proficient in reading. The gender mix at the campus is balanced at 50% female students and 50% male students. The school is designed to be a place where all students can learn in a positive and engaged way. The site's leaders encourage a proactive approach to education that gets students ready for harder academic challenges. The building is new and well-kept, which makes it a great place for daily lessons. It is often praised for its lively campus life and student involvement. Prices for homes in the area range from $740,000 to $1,100,000. Parents have a lot of faith in the academic preparation their kids get and the way the staff acts professionally. People say this is one ofthe best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%

Reading 44%

State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 44% in Reading.

26

Full-time Teachers

23 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

600

Total Students

$118107

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 15.67%

Asian 5%

Hispanic 72.17%

Black 1.5%

Two+ Races 4.83%

Native Am. 0%

White

15.67%

Asian

5%

Hispanic

72.17%

Black

1.5%

Two+ Races

4.83%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 600

48.83%

293 Female

51.17%

307 Male

Student Population

600 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

600 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Contact Information

Address

653 Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA, 92081

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Phone

(760) 290-2888

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Website

http://www.smusd.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 2:18 PM (Mon: 1:00 PM)

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary continues to be a top choice for Vista families, with its 2026 magnet application window seeing high levels of interest. The school recently celebrated a "Community Partnerships Day" in late 2025, highlighting local business contributions to the school's garden and science programs. For the spring 2026 semester, the administration is focusing on expanding after-school enrichment opportunities through the district's Expanded Learning program.

FAQ

Q1. Do families who qualify for free transportation at Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary?

Ans. Yes, the school gives low-income families who live more than a mile from campus free bus rides.

Q2: What age do kids need to be to join the Joli Ann Leichtag TK program in 2026–2027?

Ans. The transitional kindergarten program is open to students who will be four years old by September 1, 2026.

Q3. Can students who are still in school or who have already graduated ask for transcripts from Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary?

Ans. The San Marcos district office can help students get transcripts for a number of reasons, such as joining the military or moving to another country.

Q4. Is Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary an official place for people to vote?

Ans. During local, state, and national elections, the school campus is an official place to vote.

Q5. Do parent volunteers at Joli Ann Leichtag have to go through a clearance process?

Ans. Before they can work on the school campus, all volunteers must go through a specific clearance process.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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