Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Arise Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arise Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Arise Virtual Academy's student population of 147 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Arise Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arise Virtual Academy is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1291 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arise Virtual Academy's ranking?
Arise Virtual Academy is ranked #1291 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Arise Virtual Academy often compared to?
Arise Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wisconsin Virtual Learning, Dimensions Of Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arise Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Arise Virtual Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Arise Virtual Academy?
147 students attend Arise Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Arise Virtual Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arise Virtual Academy?
Arise Virtual Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arise Virtual Academy offer ?
Arise Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arise Virtual Academy part of?
Arise Virtual Academy is part of Janesville School District.
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