Serving 246 students in grades 3-12, Houston County Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston County Virtual Academy's student population of 246 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Houston County Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston County Virtual Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#971 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
10%
31%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
22.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston County Virtual Academy's ranking?
Houston County Virtual Academy is ranked #971 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston County Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Houston County Virtual Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Houston County Virtual Academy?
246 students attend Houston County Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Houston County Virtual Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston County Virtual Academy?
Houston County Virtual Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Houston County Virtual Academy offer ?
Houston County Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Houston County Virtual Academy part of?
Houston County Virtual Academy is part of Houston County School District.
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