Burke Virtual Academy serves 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Burke Virtual Academy's student population of 25 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burke Virtual Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Burke Virtual Academy?
25 students attend Burke Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Burke Virtual Academy students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Virtual Academy?
Burke Virtual Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burke Virtual Academy offer ?
Burke Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Burke Virtual Academy part of?
Burke Virtual Academy is part of Burke County Schools.
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