Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy's student population of 468 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy?
468 students attend Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 8% 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 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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.
School Calendar
View the Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2024 (Sunday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Fall
September 22, 2027 (Wednesday)
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