Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Florence Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence Virtual Academy's student population of 155 students has grown by 287% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Florence Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Virtual Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1680 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
47%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
40%
33%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
77%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Virtual Academy's ranking?
Florence Virtual Academy is ranked #1680 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Florence Virtual Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Florence Virtual Academy?
155 students attend Florence Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Florence Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Virtual Academy?
Florence Virtual Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florence Virtual Academy offer ?
Florence Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Florence Virtual Academy part of?
Florence Virtual Academy is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
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