Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Castro Valley Virtual Academy 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castro Valley Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Castro Valley Virtual Academy's student population of 336 students has grown by 2300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 1600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castro Valley Virtual Academy 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 Castro Valley Virtual Academy 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
#1365 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castro Valley Virtual Academy's ranking?
Castro Valley Virtual Academy is ranked #1365 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castro Valley Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Castro Valley Virtual Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Castro Valley Virtual Academy?
336 students attend Castro Valley Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Castro Valley Virtual Academy students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castro Valley Virtual Academy?
Castro Valley Virtual Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castro Valley Virtual Academy offer ?
Castro Valley Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Castro Valley Virtual Academy part of?
Castro Valley Virtual Academy is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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