Serving 8 students in grades 8-12, Polk County Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk County Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Polk County Virtual Academy's student population of 8 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 375% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polk County Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polk County Virtual Academy is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
87%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
30%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk County Virtual Academy's ranking?
Polk County Virtual Academy is ranked #206 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Polk County Virtual Academy often compared to?
Polk County Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fayetteville Virtual Academy- Dist Conversion Charter School, River Valley Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Polk County Virtual Academy?
8 students attend Polk County Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Polk County Virtual Academy students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Polk County Virtual Academy offer ?
Polk County Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Polk County Virtual Academy part of?
Polk County Virtual Academy is part of Mena School District.
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