Derby Virtual School serves 8 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derby Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Derby Virtual School's student population of 8 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Derby Virtual School is 0.23, 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
13%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Derby Virtual School?
8 students attend Derby Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Derby Virtual School students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Derby Virtual School offer ?
Derby Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Derby Virtual School part of?
Derby Virtual School is part of Derby School District.
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