Serving 4,499 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Arizona Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona 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% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 4,499 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arizona Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arizona Virtual Academy's student population of 4,499 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
4,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Rankings
Arizona Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona Virtual Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1439 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona Virtual Academy's ranking?
Arizona Virtual Academy is ranked #1439 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arizona Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Arizona Virtual Academy is 59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Arizona Virtual Academy?
4,499 students attend Arizona Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Arizona Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Arizona Virtual Academy offer ?
Arizona Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Arizona Virtual Academy part of?
Arizona Virtual Academy is part of Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (87405) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arizona Virtual Academy located?
Arizona Virtual Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 16 other public schools located in Midtown.
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