CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY @ LOS ANGELES

California Virtual Academy @ Los Angeles is a Title I public charter school that is part of the West Covina Unified school district, located in Simi Valley, CA with about 2,569 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 78 teachers, California Virtual Academy @ Los Angeles has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

California Virtual Academy @ Los Angeles (CAVA @ Los Angeles) is a publicly funded, tuition-free online charter school that serves students in grades K–12. Operating as part of a statewide network, the school utilizes the K12 curriculum, which is designed to provide a flexible, home-based learning environment. By leveraging digital tools and a robust online platform, CAVA allows students to complete their coursework remotely while still meeting California state academic standards.

The school is structured to support personalized learning, pairing students with state-certified teachers who oversee progress, provide instruction, and offer academic guidance. While the curriculum is delivered online, CAVA emphasizes parental involvement—often referred to as the "Learning Coach" model—where a parent or guardian plays a vital role in supervising daily schoolwork. In addition to core academics, the school provides various extracurricular opportunities and community-based events, aiming to balance the convenience of virtual education with the social engagement typically found in traditional school settings.

For more information, contact California Virtual Academy @ Los Angeles at (805) 581-0202 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.