Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, York River Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York River Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
York River Academy's student population of 71 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 392% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
York River Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of York River Academy is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1003 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York River Academy's ranking?
York River Academy is ranked #1003 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are York River Academy often compared to?
York River Academyis often viewed alongside schools like York High School, Grafton High School, Tabb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of York River Academy?
The graduation rate of York River Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend York River Academy?
71 students attend York River Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of York River Academy students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of York River Academy?
York River Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does York River Academy offer ?
York River Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is York River Academy part of?
York River Academy is part of York County School District.
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