Serving 746 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Harper Woods Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 37% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Woods Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harper Woods Virtual Academy's student population of 746 students has grown by 738% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating tomorrow today, by planting the seeds of proper choice and success in the lives of children
School Rankings
Harper Woods Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Woods Virtual Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
62%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
37%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Woods Virtual Academy's ranking?
Harper Woods Virtual Academy is ranked #2878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harper Woods Virtual Academy often compared to?
Harper Woods Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Academy West Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harper Woods Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Harper Woods Virtual Academy is 37%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Harper Woods Virtual Academy?
746 students attend Harper Woods Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Harper Woods Virtual Academy students are Black, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Harper Woods Virtual Academy offer ?
Harper Woods Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Harper Woods Virtual Academy part of?
Harper Woods Virtual Academy is part of Harper Woods The School District Of The City Of.
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