Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)

4721 Dale-curtin Dr
Mc Farland, WI 53558
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,353 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (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 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,353 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)'s student population of 1,353 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 168% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,353 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (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 K-8 (Wiva) is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1804 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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12%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
17%
14%
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Black
17%
9%
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White
52%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
This chart displays the diversity score of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) and the public school average diversity score of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/06/2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)'s ranking?
Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) is ranked #1804 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) often compared to?
Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)is often viewed alongside schools like Wisconsin Connections Academy, Eachieve Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)?
1,353 students attend Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva)?
Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) offer ?
Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) part of?
Wisconsin Virtual K-8 (Wiva) is part of Mcfarland School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,353 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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