Virginia Connections Academy

Virginia Connections Academy serves 728 students in grades 6-11. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 40:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : 18% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Virginia Connections Academy's student population of 728 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Virginia Connections Academy is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
18%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
22%
21%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
(22-23)
2.9%
19.1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Virginia Connections Academy?
728 students attend Virginia Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Virginia Connections Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Connections Academy?
Virginia Connections Academy has a student ration of 40:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virginia Connections Academy offer ?
Virginia Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Virginia Connections Academy part of?
Virginia Connections Academy is part of Scott County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 728 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 40:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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