Serving 445 students in grades 6-12, Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School's student population of 445 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 105% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School 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 Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1616 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
49%
25%
White
21%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School's ranking?
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School is ranked #1616 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School?
445 students attend Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School?
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School offer ?
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School part of?
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School located?
Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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