Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kelso Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelso Virtual Academy serves the west part of Kelso, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 118 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the zone edge being about 11.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelso Virtual Academy's student population of 216 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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
Kelso Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso Virtual Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1764 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelso Virtual Academy's ranking?
Kelso Virtual Academy is ranked #1764 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Kelso Virtual Academy?
216 students attend Kelso Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kelso Virtual Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelso Virtual Academy?
Kelso Virtual Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelso Virtual Academy offer ?
Kelso Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Kelso Virtual Academy part of?
Kelso Virtual Academy is part of Kelso School District.
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