Washington Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 49% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 66% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 72%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (11-12)
1,590 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
41 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)49%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)66%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(11-12)1%
2%
Asian
(11-12)6%
7%
Hispanic
(11-12)4%
20%
Black
(11-12)3%
5%
White
(11-12)86%
60%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
13%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% WA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% WA state average).
How many students attend Washington Virtual Academy?
1,590 students attend Washington Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Washington Virtual Academy students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Washington Virtual Academy offer ?
Washington Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Washington Virtual Academy part of?
Washington Virtual Academy is part of Steilacoom Hist. School District.
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