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Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities
School · Los Angeles Unified
8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities
Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities is a public school in Sun Valley, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 737 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 17 points below the state average and 34% in reading/language arts, 13 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,621, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 737 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Address
- 8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
- Phone
- (747) 316-2533
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities Compares
See how Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities may also want to explore other schools in the area. Canterbury Avenue Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Arleta). Another option is Arminta Street Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood). Additionally, Vena Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arleta). For more schools in Sun Valley, see our Sun Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$700,100
Median Rent
$1,761/mo
Population
46,153
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities has a median household income of $74,621. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $700,100, with a median rent of $1,761/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities
What grades does Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities serve?
Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities?
Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities?
The student-teacher ratio at Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities has 18.9% math proficiency and 34.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities a charter school?
No, Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities a Title I school?
No, Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities?
80.5% of students at Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities 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
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 737
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (747) 316-2533
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
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