California Virtual Academies are nine virtual charter schools with business agreements with the curriculum-provider K12 Inc. The nine virtual charter schools are CAVA@Fresno, CAVA@Kings, CAVA@Los Angeles, CAVA@Maricopa, CAVA@San Diego, CAVA@San Joaquin, CAVA@San Mateo, CAVA@Sonoma, and CAVA@Sutter.
Serving 2,918 students in grades Kindergarten-12, California Virtual Academy San Joaquin 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin's student population of 2,918 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin 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 California Virtual Academy San Joaquin is 0.76, 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
#4524 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Virtual Academy San Joaquin's ranking?
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin is ranked #4524 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Virtual Academy San Joaquin?
The graduation rate of California Virtual Academy San Joaquin is 72%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend California Virtual Academy San Joaquin?
2,918 students attend California Virtual Academy San Joaquin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of California Virtual Academy San Joaquin students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% 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 California Virtual Academy San Joaquin?
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Virtual Academy San Joaquin offer ?
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is California Virtual Academy San Joaquin part of?
California Virtual Academy San Joaquin is part of California Virtual Academy @ San Joaquin School District.
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