Needs Improvement
#8975 of 9,539 schools in CA
Based on limited data
Apple Valley Virtual Academy
Elementary School · Apple Valley Unified
12555 Navajo Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,975 of 9,539
In Apple Valley
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Apple Valley Unified
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Apple Valley Virtual Academy
Elementary School in Apple Valley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Apple Valley Virtual Academy
Apple Valley Virtual Academy is a public elementary school in Apple Valley, CA, part of Apple Valley Unified. Apple Valley Virtual Academy serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Apple Valley Virtual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,975 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Apple Valley Virtual Academy show 14% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Apple Valley Virtual Academy runs 25.1:1 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.
74% of students at Apple Valley Virtual 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
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Apple Valley Virtual Academy — Students at Apple Valley Virtual Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Apple Valley Virtual Academy Compares
See how Apple Valley Virtual Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12555 Navajo Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apple Valley Virtual Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Endeavour School of Exploration (rated 5.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Victorville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sitting Bull Academy (rated 3.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vanguard Preparatory (rated 3.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Apple Valley, see our Apple Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Desert Premier Academy Apple Valley | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Apple Valley High Apple Valley | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Sandia Elementary Apple Valley | 1.2 mi | 2.1 |
| Yucca Loma Elementary Apple Valley | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Vanguard Preparatory Apple Valley | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Rancho Verde Elementary Apple Valley | 2.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Mariana Academy Apple Valley | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Granite Hills High Apple Valley | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Sitting Bull Academy Apple Valley | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Victor Valley Desert Christian Apple Valley | 3.4 mi | — |
| Phoenix Academy Apple Valley | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Rio Vista School of Applied Learning Apple Valley | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Excelsior Charter Victorville | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apple Valley | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apple Valley | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Carmel Elementary Hesperia | 5.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Sycamore Rocks Elementary Apple Valley | 5.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Lakeview Leadership Academy Victorville | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Endeavour School of Exploration Victorville | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Knolls Elementary Apple Valley | 5.6 mi | 2.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,484
Median Home Value
$360,800
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
42,402
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
41.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apple Valley Virtual Academy
What grades does Apple Valley Virtual Academy serve?
Apple Valley Virtual Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Apple Valley Virtual Academy?
Apple Valley Virtual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apple Valley Virtual Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Apple Valley Virtual Academy is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apple Valley Virtual Academy rank in CA?
Apple Valley Virtual Academy ranks #8,975 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Apple Valley Virtual Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Apple Valley Virtual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Apple Valley Virtual Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apple Valley Virtual Academy has 14% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Apple Valley Virtual Academy a charter school?
No, Apple Valley Virtual Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apple Valley Virtual Academy a Title I school?
No, Apple Valley Virtual Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apple Valley Virtual Academy?
85.0% of students at Apple Valley Virtual 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.9%
- Phone
- (760) 247-8001
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District
Apple Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,756
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,735
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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