Serving 47 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Carter Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Carter Virtual Academy's student population of 47 students has grown by 2250% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Carter Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter Virtual Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
47:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Black
4%
11%
White
94%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Virtual Academy's ranking?
Carter Virtual Academy is ranked #812 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carter Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Carter Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carter Virtual Academy?
47 students attend Carter Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carter Virtual Academy students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Virtual Academy?
Carter Virtual Academy has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter Virtual Academy offer ?
Carter Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carter Virtual Academy part of?
Carter Virtual Academy is part of Carter County School District.
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