Serving 407 students in grades 6-8, Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is 0.43, 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
#6972 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
29%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy's ranking?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is ranked #6972 out of 9,602 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?
407 students attend Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy offer ?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy part of?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is part of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy located?
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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