Serving 11 students in grades 6-8, Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy's student population of 11 students has grown by 266% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
9%
5%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy's ranking?
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy?
11 students attend Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy offer ?
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy part of?
Minot Public Schools 6-8 Virtual Academy is part of Minot 1 School District.
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