Serving 3,047 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Nc Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 3,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nc Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nc Virtual Academy's student population of 3,047 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nc Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nc Virtual Academy is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1647 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
30%
25%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animal Lovers, Art Expressions, Battle of the Books, College and Career Prep Scholars at NCVA, Culinary Club, E-Sports, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fitness Club, French Club, Harry Potter Book Club, HOSA, Kindness Club, Leadership Club, Maker Space Club, Music Appreciation Club, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Pokeman, Rainbow Alliance, STEM Club, Storytime Book Club, Travel Club, Video Game Design and Game Based Learning in MineCraft and Roblox
Animal Lovers, Art Expressions, Battle of the Books, College and Career Prep Scholars at NCVA, Culinary Club, E-Sports, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fitness Club, French Club, Harry Potter Book Club, HOSA, Kindness Club, Leadership Club, Maker Space Club, Music Appreciation Club, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Pokeman, Rainbow Alliance, STEM Club, Storytime Book Club, Travel Club, Video Game Design and Game Based Learning in MineCraft and Roblox
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nc Virtual Academy's ranking?
Nc Virtual Academy is ranked #1647 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nc Virtual Academy often compared to?
Nc Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like North Carolina Cyber Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nc Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Nc Virtual Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Nc Virtual Academy?
3,047 students attend Nc Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Nc Virtual Academy students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nc Virtual Academy?
Nc Virtual Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nc Virtual Academy offer ?
Nc Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nc Virtual Academy part of?
Nc Virtual Academy is part of Nc Virtual Academy School District.
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