Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Highlands Virtual School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Highlands Virtual School's student population of 133 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Virtual School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Virtual School is 0.59, 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
#2009 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Virtual School's ranking?
Highlands Virtual School is ranked #2009 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highlands Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Highlands Virtual School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highlands Virtual School?
133 students attend Highlands Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Highlands Virtual School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Highlands Virtual School offer ?
Highlands Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Highlands Virtual School part of?
Highlands Virtual School is part of Highlands School District.
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