Serving 7 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cougar Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky 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 Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cougar Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cougar Virtual Academy's student population of 7 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cougar Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cougar Virtual Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
29%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
71%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
68%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Virtual Academy's ranking?
Cougar Virtual Academy is ranked #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cougar Virtual Academy?
7 students attend Cougar Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cougar Virtual Academy students are White, and 29% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Cougar Virtual Academy offer ?
Cougar Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cougar Virtual Academy part of?
Cougar Virtual Academy is part of Logan County School District.
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