Serving 472 students in grades 6-12, Onslow Virtual Secondary 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 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Onslow Virtual Secondary's student population of 472 students has declined by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Onslow Virtual Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Onslow Virtual Secondary is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1817 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
27%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onslow Virtual Secondary's ranking?
Onslow Virtual Secondary is ranked #1817 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Onslow Virtual Secondary often compared to?
Onslow Virtual Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Myers Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Onslow Virtual Secondary?
472 students attend Onslow Virtual Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Onslow Virtual Secondary students are White, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Onslow Virtual Secondary?
Onslow Virtual Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Onslow Virtual Secondary offer ?
Onslow Virtual Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Onslow Virtual Secondary part of?
Onslow Virtual Secondary is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
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