Serving 997 students in grades 6-8, Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior's student population of 997 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#730 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
24%
19%
White
64%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior's ranking?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior is ranked #730 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior?
997 students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior offer ?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior part of?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior located?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Junior is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in John Barrow.
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