Serving 99 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salinas City 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salinas City Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Salinas City Virtual Academy's student population of 99 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Salinas City 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 Salinas City Virtual Academy is 0.17, 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salinas City Virtual Academy's ranking?
Salinas City Virtual Academy is ranked #6316 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Salinas City Virtual Academy?
99 students attend Salinas City Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Salinas City Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salinas City Virtual Academy?
Salinas City Virtual Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salinas City Virtual Academy offer ?
Salinas City Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Salinas City Virtual Academy part of?
Salinas City Virtual Academy is part of Salinas City Elementary School District.
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