Serving 144 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Buena Vista Virtual Academy's student population of 144 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buena Vista Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Virtual Academy is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3525 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Virtual Academy's ranking?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy is ranked #3525 out of 9,523 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Buena Vista Virtual Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
144 students attend Buena Vista Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Buena Vista Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Virtual Academy?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Virtual Academy offer ?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Buena Vista Virtual Academy part of?
Buena Vista Virtual Academy is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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