Serving 133 students in grades 7-8, Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School's student population of 133 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
35%
Black
10%
5%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School's ranking?
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School?
133 students attend Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School?
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School offer ?
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School part of?
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School is part of Byers School District No. 32j.
In what neighborhood is Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School located?
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School is located in the Union Square neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 10 other public schools located in Union Square.
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