Serving 649 students in grades 5-12, Madison County Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison County Virtual Academy's student population of 649 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 115% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison County Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison County Virtual Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#573 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
9%
32%
White
69%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison County Virtual Academy's ranking?
Madison County Virtual Academy is ranked #573 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison County Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Madison County Virtual Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Madison County Virtual Academy?
649 students attend Madison County Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Madison County Virtual Academy students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison County Virtual Academy?
Madison County Virtual Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madison County Virtual Academy offer ?
Madison County Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison County Virtual Academy part of?
Madison County Virtual Academy is part of Madison County School District.
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