Fcps Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Fcps Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)4%
2%
Hispanic
(21-22)14%
8%
Black
(21-22)27%
11%
White
(21-22)46%
74%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)9%
5%
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fcps Virtual Academy's ranking?
Fcps Virtual Academy is ranked #900 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fcps Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Fcps Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fcps Virtual Academy?
573 students attend Fcps Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fcps Virtual Academy students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Fcps Virtual Academy offer ?
Fcps Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fcps Virtual Academy part of?
Fcps Virtual Academy is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fcps Virtual Academy located?
Fcps Virtual Academy is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Eastside.
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