At a glance
Reported students
2,567
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
210.44
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arkansas high enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,387
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School: 2,567 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
12.2:1 reported; state peer median 7.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,444
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.1:1
What the reported data says about Arkansas Virtual Academy High School
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Little Rock. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Arkansas Virtual Academy. NCES reports 2,567 students for 2024–25.
Among 323 high schools in Arkansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 308 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.2:1, above the Arkansas median of 7.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (70.5%) and Black (15.4%). English learners represent 3.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Arkansas Virtual Academy High School
- 1How do the reported 12.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 210.44 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 53%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White70.5%
- Hispanic6.5%
- Black15.4%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial5.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Arkansas Virtual Academy
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arkansas Virtual Academy Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
1,387 reported students
Arkansas Virtual Academy Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,315 reported students
Public schools near Arkansas Virtual Academy High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier High School of Little Rock High · Charter · Premier High Schools of Arkansas | 09–12 | 78 | 0.8 mi |
| Premier High School Online High · Charter · Premier High Schools of Arkansas | 09–12 | 292 | 0.8 mi |
| Central High School High · Little Rock School District | 09–12 | 2,371 | 1.2 mi |
| Estem High School High · Charter · Estem Public Charter School | 09–12 | 676 | 1.2 mi |
| North Little Rock High School High · North Little Rock School District | 09–12 | 1,652 | 2.4 mi |
| North Little Rock Center of Excellence High · Charter · North Little Rock School District | 09–12 | 472 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Arkansas Virtual Academy High School
What grades does Arkansas Virtual Academy High School serve?
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Arkansas Virtual Academy.
How many students attend Arkansas Virtual Academy High School?
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School reported 2,567 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 323 Arkansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,444 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arkansas Virtual Academy High School?
The calculated ratio is 12.2:1, based on 2,567 students and 210.44 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arkansas median for the same school level is 7.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Arkansas Virtual Academy High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School is a public school operating as a charter school. It is identified as a virtual school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Arkansas Virtual Academy High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
53% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Arkansas Virtual Academy High School in?
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy, based in Little Rock, AR, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Arkansas Virtual Academy High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Premier High School of Little Rock (0.8 mi), Premier High School Online (0.8 mi), Central High School (1.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.