Serving 1,044 students in grades 6-8, Ark Virtual 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 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,044 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ark Virtual Middle School's student population of 1,044 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,044 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ark Virtual Middle School 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 Ark Virtual Middle School is 0.51, 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
#585 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
23%
20%
White
66%
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
55%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ark Virtual Middle School's ranking?
Ark Virtual Middle School is ranked #585 out of 993 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Ark Virtual Middle School?
1,044 students attend Ark Virtual Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ark Virtual Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Ark Virtual Middle School?
Ark Virtual Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ark Virtual Middle School offer ?
Ark Virtual Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ark Virtual Middle School part of?
Ark Virtual Middle School is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
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