Abilene Virtual School serves 10 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abilene Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Abilene Virtual School's student population of 10 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Abilene Virtual School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Abilene Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Abilene Virtual School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Abilene Virtual School?
10 students attend Abilene Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Abilene Virtual School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Abilene Virtual School offer ?
Abilene Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Abilene Virtual School part of?
Abilene Virtual School is part of Abilene School District.
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