Serving 1,125 students in grades Kindergarten-12, California Virtual San Mateo ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Virtual San Mateo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
California Virtual San Mateo's student population of 1,125 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
California Virtual San Mateo ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Virtual San Mateo is 0.75, 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
#1262 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Virtual San Mateo's ranking?
California Virtual San Mateo is ranked #1262 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Virtual San Mateo?
The graduation rate of California Virtual San Mateo is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend California Virtual San Mateo?
1,125 students attend California Virtual San Mateo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of California Virtual San Mateo students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of California Virtual San Mateo?
California Virtual San Mateo has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Virtual San Mateo offer ?
California Virtual San Mateo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is California Virtual San Mateo part of?
California Virtual San Mateo is part of California Virtual Academy San Mateo School District.
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