Serving 1,423 students in grades 9-12, Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)'s student population of 1,423 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 106% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 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
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
14%
9%
White
60%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)'s ranking?
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) is ranked #1858 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) often compared to?
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)is often viewed alongside schools like Wisconsin Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)?
The graduation rate of Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) is 75%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)?
1,423 students attend Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva)?
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) offer ?
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) part of?
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (Wiva) is part of Mcfarland School District.
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