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Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy

Middle School · Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy District

2941 West 70th St., Los Angeles, CA 90043

Charter

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,627 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#346 of 563

public schools

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy

6.4/10

Middle School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy District. Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

31% of students at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,181
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy — Students at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
13.6%
ELA
33.8%
2024
Math
18.4%
ELA
28.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy Compares

See how Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in CA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Location

2941 West 70th St., Los Angeles, CA 90043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Learning by Design Charter (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alliance Renee and Meyer Luskin Academy High (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann UCLA Community (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Alliance Renee and Meyer Luskin Academy High Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.6
Bright Scholars Christian Academy, Inc. Los Angeles 0.2 mi
YES Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi 3.9
Friends Academy Inc. Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Buckner Educational Christian Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi
BUCKNER EDUCATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.4 mi 4.6
Learning by Design Charter Los Angeles 0.4 mi 9.0
Crete Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.2
Phanes Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Fifty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.4
Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.7
ISLAH ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.6
Islah Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Marcus Garvey School Los Angeles 0.8 mi
James Educational Center Los Angeles 0.8 mi
FROM THE HEART PRESCHOOL & ENRICHMENT CENTER Inglewood 0.8 mi
Horace Mann UCLA Community Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.5
CLEOPHAS OLIVER LEARNING ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Cleophas Oliver Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
ICEF View Park Preparatory High Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,496

Median Home Value

$867,800

Median Rent

$1,424/mo

Population

43,548

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy

What grades does Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy serve?

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy rank in CA?

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy ranks #4,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy a charter school?

Yes, Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy?

97.1% of students at Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy District
District Enrollment
407
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,181
District Rank
#1 of 1

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