Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6888 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy's ranking?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is ranked #6888 out of 9,523 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?
399 students attend Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy offer ?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy part of?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is part of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy located?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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