Serving 516 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 516 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's student population of 516 students has grown by 1417% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
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
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1120 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
47:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
61%
13%
White
19%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's ranking?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is ranked #1120 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
516 students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offer ?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy part of?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is part of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy located?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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