Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-12, West Elk Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elk Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Elk Virtual Academy's student population of 232 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
West Elk Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elk Virtual Academy is 0.63, which is more 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
#1168 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
17%
7%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
89%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elk Virtual Academy's ranking?
West Elk Virtual Academy is ranked #1168 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Elk Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of West Elk Virtual Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Elk Virtual Academy?
232 students attend West Elk Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Elk Virtual Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elk Virtual Academy?
West Elk Virtual Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elk Virtual Academy offer ?
West Elk Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is West Elk Virtual Academy part of?
West Elk Virtual Academy is part of West Elk School District.
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