Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy's student population of 377 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy is 0.75, which is more 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
#1012 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
28%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy's ranking?
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy is ranked #1012 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy?
377 students attend Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy?
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy offer ?
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy part of?
Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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