Burr Oak Virtual Academy

Burr Oak Virtual Academy serves 167 students in grades Kindergarten-12. 
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Online School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burr Oak Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Burr Oak Virtual Academy's student population of 167 students has grown by 1418% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
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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 diversity score of Burr Oak Virtual Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
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Black
14%
18%
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White
61%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Burr Oak Virtual Academy.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in MI.
0.59
This chart display the diversity score of Burr Oak Virtual Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Burr Oak Virtual Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Burr Oak Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Burr Oak Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burr Oak Virtual Academy?
167 students attend Burr Oak Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burr Oak Virtual Academy students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Burr Oak Virtual Academy offer ?
Burr Oak Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burr Oak Virtual Academy part of?
Burr Oak Virtual Academy is part of Burr Oak Community School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Online School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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