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Vista Grande Elementary

7032 Purpleridge Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 124 of 6856 in California

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About Vista Grande Elementary

Vista Grande Elementary is located at 7032 Purpleridge Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275. The school serves students from kindergarten through grade 5. Total enrollment at the campus is 371 students. The student–teacher ratio is 24:1. The student population includes approximately 52% female students and 48% male students. According to state assessment data, 82% of students meet or exceed proficiency in math and 77% meet or exceed proficiency in reading. The school operates as a public elementary campus within the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District, serving a large suburban community. The campus follows a neighbourhood-based enrollment structure, with students attending from nearby residential areas across the peninsula. Homes surrounding the campus commonly list for near $1,200,000. Vista Grande Elementary does better academically than other public elementary schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, with consistent results in both math and reading. The school has a consistent learning environment because of structured lessons and regular monitoring of the classrooms. Compared with other public elementary schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, the campus continues to show steady academic participation and remains an established elementary school in the area for families exploring the best elementary schools in California.

Vista Grande Elementary Contact Information

Address

7032 Purpleridge Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275

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Phone

(310) 377-6066

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 82%
Reading 77%
State average proficiency is 82% in Math and 77% in Reading.
15
Full-time Teachers
24 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
371
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 124 IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

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.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM – 2:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 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.

Student Demographics

White 19.68%
Asian 53.1%
Hispanic 11.05%
Black 1.89%
Two+ Races 14.29%
Native Am. 0%
White
19.68%
Asian
53.1%
Hispanic
11.05%
Black
1.89%
Two+ Races
14.29%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 371
52.02%
193 Female
47.98%
178 Male

Student Population

371 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

804 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Vista Grande Elementary was put on the 2025 Honour Roll, which is a list of schools that have students who do very well in school. The recognition was given to a small number of campuses in the district based on how well they did in school overall. The school's performance across all grade levels is what got it on this list. Staff and teachers have kept up their focus on making sure that students keep making steady progress in both reading and math through regular classroom instruction.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does Vista Grande Elementary School offer?

Ans. Vista Grande Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade.

Q2. How does Vista Grande Elementary School support classroom learning?

Ans. Vista Grande Elementary School maintains structured classrooms that help students stay focused and engaged in learning.

Q3. How does Vista Grande Elementary School perform on state tests?

Ans. Students at Vista Grande Elementary School perform well in both math and reading based on recent results.

Q4. Does Vista Grande Elementary School follow a regular daily schedule?

Ans. Yes, Vista Grande Elementary School follows a fixed daily schedule with set start and dismissal times.

Q5. What kind of environment does Vista Grande Elementary School provide?

Ans. Vista Grande Elementary School provides a safe and structured environment focused on student learning.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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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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