Serving 1,315 students in grades 6-8, Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School's student population of 1,315 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#772 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
18%
19%
White
66%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School is ranked #772 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School?
1,315 students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School offer ?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School part of?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School located?
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 2 other public schools located in John Barrow.
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