The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Graduation Rate: 44% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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
The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2159 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)4%
4%
Hispanic
(20-21)14%
13%
Black
(20-21)66%
15%
White
(20-21)12%
63%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)4%
5%
Graduation Rate
44%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy's ranking?
The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is ranked #2159 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is 44%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
630 students attend The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy offer ?
The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy part of?
The Sd Of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
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