Rim of the World High School is a public secondary school located in Lake Arrowhead, California, at the top of the mountain overlooking the San Bernardino Valley. It is part of the Rim of the World Unified School District and is the only comprehensive 9–12 high school in the system.
Serving 80 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Rim Virtual 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rim Virtual's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Arrowhead, CA, covering an area of approximately 121.4 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rim Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rim Virtual Academy's student population of 80 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Honor - Valor - Service - Pride
School Rankings
Rim Virtual 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 Rim Virtual Academy is 0.61, 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
#7574 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lachlan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rim Virtual Academy's ranking?
Rim Virtual Academy is ranked #7574 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rim Virtual Academy?
80 students attend Rim Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rim Virtual Academy students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rim Virtual Academy?
Rim Virtual Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rim Virtual Academy offer ?
Rim Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Rim Virtual Academy part of?
Rim Virtual Academy is part of Rim Of The World Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rim Virtual Academy located?
Rim Virtual Academy is located in the Crest Park neighborhood of Lake Arrowhead, CA.
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