Serving 19 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Las Virgenes Independent ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Virgenes Independent ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Las Virgenes Independent's student population of 19 students has declined by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Las Virgenes Independent 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 Las Virgenes Independent 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
#3386 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Black
16%
5%
White
58%
20%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Virgenes Independent's ranking?
Las Virgenes Independent is ranked #3386 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Virgenes Independent?
19 students attend Las Virgenes Independent.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Las Virgenes Independent students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Virgenes Independent?
Las Virgenes Independent has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Virgenes Independent offer ?
Las Virgenes Independent offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Las Virgenes Independent part of?
Las Virgenes Independent is part of Las Virgenes Unified School District.
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