Serving 67 students in grades 6-12, Youngstown Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youngstown Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Youngstown Virtual Academy's student population of 67 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Youngstown Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Youngstown Virtual Academy is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2973 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
57%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youngstown Virtual Academy's ranking?
Youngstown Virtual Academy is ranked #2973 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Youngstown Virtual Academy often compared to?
Youngstown Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Youngstown Rayen Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Youngstown Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Youngstown Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Youngstown Virtual Academy?
67 students attend Youngstown Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Youngstown Virtual Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Youngstown Virtual Academy?
Youngstown Virtual Academy has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Youngstown Virtual Academy offer ?
Youngstown Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Youngstown Virtual Academy part of?
Youngstown Virtual Academy is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Youngstown Virtual Academy located?
Youngstown Virtual Academy is located in the Downtown Youngstown neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown Youngstown.
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