Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's student population of 350 students has grown by 929% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 550% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
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
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1750 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
60%
13%
White
16%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's ranking?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is ranked #1750 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
350 students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offer ?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy part of?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is part of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy located?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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