Oak Park Virtual Academy serves 419 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Oak Park Virtual Academy placed in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Park Virtual Academy's student population of 419 students has grown by 274% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Oak Park Virtual Academy is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Oak Park Virtual Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
2%
9%

Black
86%
18%

White
10%
64%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Virtual Academy's ranking?
Oak Park Virtual Academy is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Park Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Oak Park Virtual Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oak Park Virtual Academy?
419 students attend Oak Park Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Oak Park Virtual Academy students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Oak Park Virtual Academy offer ?
Oak Park Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Park Virtual Academy part of?
Oak Park Virtual Academy is part of Oak Park School District Of The City Of.
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