Virtual Academy serves 954 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 954 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virtual Academy's student population of 954 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
954 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Virtual Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
77%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Virtual Academy?
954 students attend Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virtual Academy?
Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Virtual Academy offer ?
Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Virtual Academy part of?
Virtual Academy is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
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