Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1228 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School?
392 students attend Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School offer ?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School part of?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Elementary School is part of Houston Public School District.
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