Serving 1,166 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Iowa Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,166 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iowa Virtual Academy's student population of 1,166 students has grown by 169% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
26 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Iowa Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iowa Virtual Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
10%
7%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animal, Competitive Math, Esports, Geology, National Clubs, Origami
Arts and Music Programs:
2-Extra curricular/co-curricular at Resident District
Animal, Competitive Math, Esports, Geology, National Clubs, Origami
Arts and Music Programs:
2-Extra curricular/co-curricular at Resident District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa Virtual Academy's ranking?
Iowa Virtual Academy is ranked #956 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Iowa Virtual Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iowa Virtual Academy?
1,166 students attend Iowa Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Iowa Virtual Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Iowa Virtual Academy offer ?
Iowa Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Iowa Virtual Academy part of?
Iowa Virtual Academy is part of Clayton Ridge Comm School District.
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