Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Buena Vista Virtual Academy's student population of 201 students has grown by 161% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Virtual Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1820 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
47%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Virtual Academy's ranking?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy is ranked #1820 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Buena Vista Virtual Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
201 students attend Buena Vista Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Buena Vista Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Virtual Academy offer ?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Buena Vista Virtual Academy part of?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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