Serving 177 students in grades 3-8, Virtual Academy 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 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Homebound/Hospital Education school in Winston Salem, NC serves a comprehensive attendance zone that spans approximately 412.3 square miles, covering the entire district. Families can typically expect a driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virtual Academy's student population of 177 students has grown by 8750% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virtual Academy is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2365 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
40%
24%
White
25%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virtual Academy's ranking?
Virtual Academy is ranked #2365 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Virtual Academy?
177 students attend Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Virtual Academy students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virtual Academy?
Virtual Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Virtual Academy offer ?
Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Virtual Academy part of?
Virtual Academy is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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