Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Las Virgenes Independent ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Virgenes Independent ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Las Virgenes Independent's student population of 30 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Las Virgenes Independent ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Virgenes Independent is 0.67, 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
#2530 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Virgenes Independent's ranking?
Las Virgenes Independent is ranked #2530 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Virgenes Independent?
30 students attend Las Virgenes Independent.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Las Virgenes Independent students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Virgenes Independent?
Las Virgenes Independent has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Virgenes Independent offer ?
Las Virgenes Independent offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Las Virgenes Independent part of?
Las Virgenes Independent is part of Las Virgenes Unified School District.
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