Serving 1,732 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Utah Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,732 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utah Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Utah Virtual Academy's student population of 1,732 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
2008
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Utah Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utah Virtual Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#838 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utah Virtual Academy's ranking?
Utah Virtual Academy is ranked #838 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utah Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Utah Virtual Academy is 84%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Utah Virtual Academy?
1,732 students attend Utah Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Utah Virtual Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utah Virtual Academy?
Utah Virtual Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Utah Virtual Academy offer ?
Utah Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Utah Virtual Academy part of?
Utah Virtual Academy is part of Utah Virtual Academy School District.
School Reviews
4 10/6/2021
It's a good school. The teachers are nice and they teach pretty well.
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