Serving 421 students in grades 1-12, Onslow Virtual School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onslow Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Onslow Virtual School's student population of 421 students has declined by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Onslow Virtual School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Onslow Virtual School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1365 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
24%
24%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onslow Virtual School's ranking?
Onslow Virtual School is ranked #1365 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Onslow Virtual School often compared to?
Onslow Virtual Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myers Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Onslow Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Onslow Virtual School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Onslow Virtual School?
421 students attend Onslow Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Onslow Virtual School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onslow Virtual School?
Onslow Virtual School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Onslow Virtual School offer ?
Onslow Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Onslow Virtual School part of?
Onslow Virtual School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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