Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy

Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy is an alternative public virtual school located in Johnson City, Tennessee, serving grades 3-12 with a total enrollment of 50 students. The school is part of the Washington County school district, which is ranked 41 out of 139 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The school has seen fluctuating graduation rates, ranging from 86.5% to 94.2% over the past few years, compared to the more consistent 89.2% rate at the nearby University School. Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy also has a higher dropout rate, ranging from 3.4% to 8.1%, compared to around 6.7% at University School. Additionally, the school has a chronic absenteeism rate ranging from 15.9% to 24.2%, higher than the 18.9% rate at University School.

Academically, Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy's test scores are generally lower than the Washington County and state averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's proficiency rates in Algebra II (6.3%), English II (27.3%), and US History (28.6%) are significantly lower than the district and state averages. In contrast, University School consistently outperforms the district and state in most subject areas. The lower spending per student at Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy, ranging from $5,505 to $9,054, compared to $13,545 at University School, may be a contributing factor to the school's academic performance.