Serving 125 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Berrien Springs Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy's student population of 125 students has grown by 123% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berrien Springs Virtual Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1712 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
54%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berrien Springs Virtual Academy's ranking?
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy is ranked #1712 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berrien Springs Virtual Academy often compared to?
Berrien Springs Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berrien Springs Discovery Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien Springs Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Berrien Springs Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Berrien Springs Virtual Academy?
125 students attend Berrien Springs Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Berrien Springs Virtual Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berrien Springs Virtual Academy?
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs Virtual Academy offer ?
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berrien Springs Virtual Academy part of?
Berrien Springs Virtual Academy is part of Berrien Springs Public Schools School District.
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