Serving 36 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Northampton Virtual Academy ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northampton Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northampton Virtual Academy's student population of 36 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northampton Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northampton Virtual Academy is 0.62, 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
#1303 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
58%
25%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northampton Virtual Academy's ranking?
Northampton Virtual Academy is ranked #1303 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northampton Virtual Academy?
36 students attend Northampton Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northampton Virtual Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Northampton Virtual Academy offer ?
Northampton Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northampton Virtual Academy part of?
Northampton Virtual Academy is part of Northampton County Schools School District.
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