Empresa Elementary School: Innovation in Vista (2026 List)

About Empresa Elementary

Empresa Elementary is 4850 Empresa Drive, which is in the north Vista area. There are 612 students at the school, which serves students in grades K–5. TThe student–teacher ratio is 24:1. State tests show 64% proficiency in math and 60% proficiency in reading. The gender mix at the school is 50% female students and 50% male students. People say that the campus is academically tough and has high standards for how students should act and do well. Staff members use data-driven teaching methods to set specific learning goals for each grade level. There are modern playgrounds and big outdoor fields on campus for physical education classes. Many students from the new housing developments nearby come to this school. The administration puts safety and order first so that the school day is used well for teaching. To stay up to date on the latest ways to teach elementary school, faculty members regularly take part in professional development. The site serves as the main school for academic success within the Vista Unified boundaries. Prices for homes in the area range from $750,000 to $1,150,000. Parents say they strongly support the school's leadership and are happy with the many ways students can learn more. Recent performance data shows that it is now one ofthe best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 64%

Reading 60%

State average proficiency is 64% in Math and 60% in Reading.

28

Full-time Teachers

24 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

688

Total Students

$116161

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 43.17%

Asian 3.63%

Hispanic 36.77%

Black 2.62%

Two+ Races 13.37%

Native Am. 0.15%

White

43.17%

Asian

3.63%

Hispanic

36.77%

Black

2.62%

Two+ Races

13.37%

Native Am.

0.15%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 688

52.03%

358 Female

47.97%

330 Male

Student Population

688 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

688 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Empresa Elementary Contact Information

Address

1234 Arcadia Ave., Vista, CA, 92084

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Phone

(760) 940-8454

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Website

http://www.emp.vistausd.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

Empresa Elementary has announced its participation in the 2026 district-wide Magnet School application window, inviting new students to apply by the March 6 deadline. The school continues to emphasize its character education program, with new 2025-2026 initiatives focused on student leadership and community service. Principal Hollowell has prioritized the integration of new classroom technology to support the school's "innovation through learning" goal for the 2026 year.

FAQ

Q1. Does Empresa Elementary have any special art or music classes?

Ans. The school includes visual and performing arts in the weekly schedule, giving students a chance to try out different creative activities on a regular basis.

Q2. What are the rules for parents who want to help out at Empresa Elementary?

Ans. Anyone who wants to volunteer must first pass a background check from the district and follow all campus safety and check-in rules every day.

Q3. Does Empresa Elementary take part in any academic competitions in the area?

Ans. Students often show off their skills by taking part in events like the district-wide science fair and the Math 24 competition.

Q4. Does Empresa Elementary use any programs to help students grow as people?

Ans. The school uses the "Character Counts" framework to teach all students and staff members about six important character traits.

Q5. How does Empresa Elementary School celebrate students' birthdays and other events in the classroom?

Ans. To keep the school healthy, it encourages celebrations that don't involve food and follows strict district rules for any treats.

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

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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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