Serving 863 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Columbia Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Columbia Virtual Academy's student population of 863 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
863 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
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 Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Virtual Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Virtual Academy's ranking?
Columbia Virtual Academy is ranked #779 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Columbia Virtual Academy often compared to?
Columbia Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Internet Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Virtual Academy?
863 students attend Columbia Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Columbia Virtual Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Virtual Academy?
Columbia Virtual Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Virtual Academy offer ?
Columbia Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Columbia Virtual Academy part of?
Columbia Virtual Academy is part of Valley School District.
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