Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School's student population of 333 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle 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 Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1313 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School is ranked #1313 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School?
333 students attend Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School offer ?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School part of?
Minnesota Virtual Academy Middle School is part of Houston Public School District.
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