Fort Smith Virtual Academy serves 106 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Smith Virtual Academy's student population of 106 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fort Smith Virtual Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
15%
19%
White
47%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
22.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fort Smith Virtual Academy?
106 students attend Fort Smith Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fort Smith Virtual Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Smith Virtual Academy?
Fort Smith Virtual Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Smith Virtual Academy offer ?
Fort Smith Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Fort Smith Virtual Academy part of?
Fort Smith Virtual Academy is part of Fort Smith School District.
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