Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
79%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buncombe County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy's ranking?
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy is ranked #881 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy?
296 students attend Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy?
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy offer ?
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy part of?
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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