Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy's student population of 222 students has grown by 196% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 750% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 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
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
12%
21%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy's ranking?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is ranked #274 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy often compared to?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy?
222 students attend Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy offer ?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy part of?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is part of Wilson County School District.
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