Although all public charter schools are nonprofit organizations, they are affiliated with a for-profit company, K12 Inc. Each of the nine academies has its own independent board of directors.

[4] Each of the California Virtual Academies follow the educational principles of E.D.

[5] Each of the California Virtual Academies is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and each of the California Virtual Academies must meet the requirements of the ACS.

Most courses are approved by the University of California as meeting its a-g high school requirements.

Minimum attendance days, physical fitness, and participation in state tests is required.