Serving 14 students in grades 6-12, Ottawa Virtual School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KS)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ottawa Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ottawa Virtual School's student population of 14 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ottawa Virtual School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
7%
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ottawa Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Ottawa Virtual School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ottawa Virtual School?
14 students attend Ottawa Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ottawa Virtual School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ottawa Virtual School?
Ottawa Virtual School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ottawa Virtual School offer ?
Ottawa Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Ottawa Virtual School part of?
Ottawa Virtual School is part of Ottawa School District.
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