Serving 22 students in grades 6-12, Kent City Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent City Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Kent City Virtual Academy's student population of 22 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kent City Virtual Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
36%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kent City Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Kent City Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kent City Virtual Academy?
22 students attend Kent City Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kent City Virtual Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Kent City Virtual Academy offer ?
Kent City Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kent City Virtual Academy part of?
Kent City Virtual Academy is part of Kent City Community Schools School District.
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