Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, Virtual High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virtual High School's student population of 256 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2001
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
Yes
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Virtual High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virtual High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3130 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
73%
17%
White
14%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virtual High School's ranking?
Virtual High School is ranked #3130 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virtual High School?
The graduation rate of Virtual High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Virtual High School?
256 students attend Virtual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Virtual High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Virtual High School offer ?
Virtual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virtual High School part of?
Virtual High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Virtual High School located?
Virtual High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West End.
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