Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ihigh Virtual Academy ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ihigh Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ihigh Virtual Academy's student population of 148 students has grown by 279% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ihigh Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ihigh Virtual Academy is 0.64, 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
#4689 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted22.3%
15.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ihigh Virtual Academy's ranking?
Ihigh Virtual Academy is ranked #4689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ihigh Virtual Academy?
148 students attend Ihigh Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ihigh Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ihigh Virtual Academy?
Ihigh Virtual Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ihigh Virtual Academy offer ?
Ihigh Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ihigh Virtual Academy part of?
Ihigh Virtual Academy is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ihigh Virtual Academy located?
Ihigh Virtual Academy is located in the Old Town neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Town.
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