Kelso Virtual Academy

257 Alpha Dr
Longview, WA 98632
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 178 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kelso Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Online School/Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 178 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kelso Virtual Academy's student population of 178 students has grown by 1086% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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Students by Grade
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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

Kelso Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso Virtual Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1541 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-24%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Kelso Virtual Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kelso Virtual Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
9%
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Hispanic
17%
26%
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Black
1%
5%
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White
74%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Kelso Virtual Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Kelso Virtual Academy and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Two or more races
7%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Washington.
0.42
This chart displays the diversity score of Kelso Virtual Academy and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥90%
84%
This chart displays graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy and public school graduation rate of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kelso Virtual Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kelso Virtual Academy's ranking?
Kelso Virtual Academy is ranked #1541 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelso Virtual Academy?
178 students attend Kelso Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kelso Virtual Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelso Virtual Academy?
Kelso Virtual Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kelso Virtual Academy offer ?
Kelso Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelso Virtual Academy part of?
Kelso Virtual Academy is part of Kelso School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Online School/Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 178 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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