Broward Virtual School offers full-time and part-time enrollment to students in grades K-12 through an online educational delivery system. Home educated students in grades 6-12 may enroll part-time as well. BVS offers students the opportunity to earn a standard high school diploma entirely online.
Serving 596 students in grades 6-12, Broward Virtual Franchise ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broward Virtual Franchise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Broward Virtual Franchise's student population of 596 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Broward Virtual Franchise ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broward Virtual Franchise is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broward Virtual Franchise's ranking?
Broward Virtual Franchise is ranked #176 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Broward Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Broward Virtual Franchise is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Broward Virtual Franchise?
596 students attend Broward Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Broward Virtual Franchise students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broward Virtual Franchise?
Broward Virtual Franchise has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Broward Virtual Franchise offer ?
Broward Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Broward Virtual Franchise part of?
Broward Virtual Franchise is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Broward Virtual Franchise yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day (school closed)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Closed
October 02, 2025 (Thursday)
Veterans Day (school closed)
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Veterans Day (school closed)
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
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