Launch Virtual Academy serves 634 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Launch Virtual Academy's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Launch Virtual Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 04/26/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Launch Virtual Academy?
634 students attend Launch Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Launch Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Launch Virtual Academy?
Launch Virtual Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Launch Virtual Academy offer ?
Launch Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Launch Virtual Academy part of?
Launch Virtual Academy is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Launch Virtual Academy located?
Launch Virtual Academy is located in the Otay Mesa West neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Otay Mesa West.
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