Computer Science Virtual Academy serves 855 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
The diversity score of Computer Science Virtual Academy is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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
How many students attend Computer Science Virtual Academy?
855 students attend Computer Science Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Computer Science Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Computer Science Virtual Academy?
Computer Science Virtual Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Computer Science Virtual Academy offer ?
Computer Science Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Computer Science Virtual Academy part of?
Computer Science Virtual Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Computer Science Virtual Academy located?
Computer Science Virtual Academy is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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