Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy's student population of 568 students has grown by 124% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is 0.71, 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
#6212 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
46%
55%
Black
23%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy's ranking?
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is ranked #6212 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy?
568 students attend Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy?
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy offer ?
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy part of?
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy located?
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is located in the Fairmede Hilltop neighborhood of San Pablo, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fairmede Hilltop.
School Calendar
View the Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2027 (Wednesday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2028 (Friday)
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