Virtual Academy Steam serves 816 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virtual Academy Steam ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Virtual Academy Steam's student population of 816 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
816 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Virtual Academy Steam is 0.46, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
8%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Virtual Academy Steam?
The graduation rate of Virtual Academy Steam is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Virtual Academy Steam?
816 students attend Virtual Academy Steam.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Virtual Academy Steam students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virtual Academy Steam?
Virtual Academy Steam has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Virtual Academy Steam offer ?
Virtual Academy Steam offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Virtual Academy Steam part of?
Virtual Academy Steam is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Virtual Academy Steam located?
Virtual Academy Steam is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 34 other public schools located in Westlake.
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