Summary:
The Arkansas Virtual Academy operates a single elementary school, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary, which serves students in grades K-5. As part of the Arkansas Virtual Academy district, which is ranked 177 out of 250 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, the elementary school has consistently underperformed compared to state averages.
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary's proficiency rates on ATLAS assessments are significantly below the state averages across all subjects and grade levels, with just 17.9% of 5th graders proficient in math compared to the state average of 37.2%. The school serves a high-need population, with over two-thirds of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, the school's per-student spending of $7,955 and student-teacher ratio of 30:1 suggest it may be operating with limited resources, which could contribute to its academic challenges.
As a virtual charter school, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary may face unique challenges in delivering effective instruction and support to its students compared to traditional brick-and-mortar schools. The school's persistent low performance, high poverty rates, and resource constraints highlight the need for careful evaluation and oversight of virtual education models to ensure they are providing a high-quality education for all students.
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