Serving 1,140 students in grades 6-12, Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School 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 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School's student population of 1,140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School is 0.65, 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
#1245 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
53%
25%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School's ranking?
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School is ranked #1245 out of 2,568 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School?
1,140 students attend Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School?
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School offer ?
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School part of?
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School located?
Cumberland 6-12 Virtual School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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