Serving 18 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 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ottawa Virtual School's student population of 18 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Ottawa Virtual School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ottawa Virtual School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥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 is Ottawa Virtual School's ranking?
Ottawa Virtual School is ranked #160 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
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?
18 students attend Ottawa Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ottawa Virtual School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ottawa Virtual School?
Ottawa Virtual School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher 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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