Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Vilonia Pathways Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vilonia Pathways Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vilonia Pathways Academy's student population of 69 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Vilonia Pathways Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vilonia Pathways Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
94%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vilonia Pathways Academy's ranking?
Vilonia Pathways Academy is ranked #589 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vilonia Pathways Academy?
The graduation rate of Vilonia Pathways Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Vilonia Pathways Academy?
69 students attend Vilonia Pathways Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Vilonia Pathways Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vilonia Pathways Academy?
Vilonia Pathways Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vilonia Pathways Academy offer ?
Vilonia Pathways Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vilonia Pathways Academy part of?
Vilonia Pathways Academy is part of Vilonia School District.
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