Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Spokane Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spokane Virtual Academy's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spokane Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spokane Virtual Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1350 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spokane Virtual Academy's ranking?
Spokane Virtual Academy is ranked #1350 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Spokane Virtual Academy?
279 students attend Spokane Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Spokane Virtual Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Spokane Virtual Academy offer ?
Spokane Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Spokane Virtual Academy part of?
Spokane Virtual Academy is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Spokane Virtual Academy located?
Spokane Virtual Academy is located in the East Central neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 6 other public schools located in East Central.
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