Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy's student population of 188 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 82% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy is 0.70, 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
#620 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
24%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy's ranking?
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy is ranked #620 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy?
188 students attend Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy?
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy offer ?
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy part of?
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy located?
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy is located in the Northwood neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwood.
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