Serving 1,387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School's student population of 1,387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School 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 Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#806 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
27%
19%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 12/16/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arkansas School For The Blind Elementary School, Amboy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School?
1,387 students attend Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School offer ?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School part of?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School is part of Arkansas Virtual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School located?
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 2 other public schools located in John Barrow.
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