Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Macon Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina 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% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macon Virtual Academy's student population of 44 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Macon Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macon Virtual Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1762 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤10%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
86%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon Virtual Academy's ranking?
Macon Virtual Academy is ranked #1762 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Macon Virtual Academy?
44 students attend Macon Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Macon Virtual Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Macon Virtual Academy offer ?
Macon Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Macon Virtual Academy part of?
Macon Virtual Academy is part of Macon County Schools.
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