Serving 15 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Polk County Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AR)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk County Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Polk County Virtual Academy's student population of 15 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 475% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Polk County Virtual Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
80%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Polk County Virtual Academy often compared to?
Polk County Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fayetteville Virtual Academy District Conversion Charter School, River Valley Virtual Academy 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 38% AR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Polk County Virtual Academy?
15 students attend Polk County Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Polk County Virtual Academy students are White, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polk County Virtual Academy?
Polk County Virtual Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Polk County Virtual Academy offer ?
Polk County Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Polk County Virtual Academy part of?
Polk County Virtual Academy is part of Mena School District.
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