Serving 1,050 students in grades 6-8, Ark Virtual Academy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School's student population of 1,050 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,050 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ark Virtual Academy Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#730 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
20%
19%
White
66%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ark Virtual Academy Middle School's ranking?
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School is ranked #730 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ark Virtual Academy Middle School?
1,050 students attend Ark Virtual Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ark Virtual Academy Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ark Virtual Academy Middle School?
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ark Virtual Academy Middle School offer ?
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Ark Virtual Academy Middle School part of?
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ark Virtual Academy Middle School located?
Ark Virtual Academy Middle School is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in John Barrow.
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