Serving 1,477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arkansas Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arkansas Virtual Academy's student population of 1,477 students has grown by 111% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 122% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arkansas Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arkansas Virtual Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
19%
20%
White
70%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas Virtual Academy's ranking?
Arkansas Virtual Academy is ranked #761 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Arkansas Virtual Academy often compared to?
Arkansas Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ark. School For The Blind Elementary School, Amboy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy?
1,477 students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Arkansas Virtual Academy students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas Virtual Academy?
Arkansas Virtual Academy has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas Virtual Academy offer ?
Arkansas Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkansas Virtual Academy part of?
Arkansas Virtual Academy is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Arkansas Virtual Academy located?
Arkansas Virtual Academy is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in John Barrow.
School Reviews
5 5/5/2023
Arkansas Virtual Academy is by far the most incredible school in the state!! My daughter began her educational journey here in 7th grade, and is about to graduate in a few days!!! The teachers and staff legitimately care about your child and their education! They challenge their students to do their very best every single day!! In the 6 years my daughter was in attendance she never had a bad teacher. They are all AMAZING !!!! They genuinely care about the success of your child, and will help every step of the way!! The curriculum is advanced and forces the student to use their brains. However, they also offer assistance if your child needs extra help and attention! In high school, they play a huge part in helping your child decide on a career path and have a ton of programs to help achieve their dreams! I would highly recommend this school! My daughter and I both love ARVA !!!
5 5/5/2023
I love ARVA in so many ways but mostly for the teacher support my children receive. The online lessons are very thorough in the middle school/high school platform, so they don''t often need extra help, but when they do reach out to their teachers help is provided via email, teacher-created videos, and in live Class Connect sessions with their teachers. We never feel like we are doing this alone. Socialization has also not been an issue for us. For one, I provide social opportunities for my kids in our local community; they still see many of their friends that they met at our local public schools before we enrolled in ARVA. Also, ARVA provides social opportunities at in-person outings and through participation in online groups such as the National Junior Honor Society and the kids interact with one another during their weekly online sessions with teachers. Overall, ARVA has been a positive experience for our family in the past 3 years my children have been enrolled.
5 5/5/2023
Our children are advanced in reading and math due to ARVA We are in it for the full 12!
5 5/5/2023
This was our first semester with ARVA. Overall it was a good experience. I had homeschooled in the past and this was much easier from a learning coach perspective. The interaction with teachers was good. I was very pleased with the homeroom teacher. He contacted us several times during the semester just to check-in. If there was an issue the teacher responded usually on the same day. The curriculum was good. My only suggestion would be more actual textbooks. We had several glitches with the software, especially in math. Thankfully we had a textbook for that class. It was also a very flexible schedule which is why we chose ARVA. Our student has health issues and ARVA WAS great.
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