Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gobles Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gobles Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gobles Virtual Academy's student population of 48 students has grown by 336% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gobles Virtual Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
71%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gobles Virtual Academy often compared to?
Gobles Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Michigan Connections Academy, Gull Lake Virtual Partnership, Hartland Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gobles Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Gobles Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gobles Virtual Academy?
48 students attend Gobles Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Gobles Virtual Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gobles Virtual Academy?
Gobles Virtual Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gobles Virtual Academy offer ?
Gobles Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gobles Virtual Academy part of?
Gobles Virtual Academy is part of Gobles Public School District.
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