Serving 739 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gaston Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 739 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaston Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gaston Virtual Academy's student population of 739 students has grown by 940% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 1950% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
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
Gaston Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaston Virtual Academy 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
#531 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
31%
25%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaston Virtual Academy's ranking?
Gaston Virtual Academy is ranked #531 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gaston Virtual Academy often compared to?
Gaston Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Forestview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Gaston Virtual Academy?
739 students attend Gaston Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gaston Virtual Academy students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaston Virtual Academy?
Gaston Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gaston Virtual Academy offer ?
Gaston Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaston Virtual Academy part of?
Gaston Virtual Academy is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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