Mt. Signal Virtual Academy serves 71 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy's student population of 71 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mt. Signal Virtual Academy is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Signal Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Mt. Signal Virtual Academy is 10%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Signal Virtual Academy?
71 students attend Mt. Signal Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mt. Signal Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Signal Virtual Academy?
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Signal Virtual Academy offer ?
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Signal Virtual Academy part of?
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy is part of Central Union High School District.
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