Arkansas Virtual Academy

About Arkansas Virtual Academy

The Arkansas Virtual Academy (ARVA) is a free, public school program that provides students in grades K-12 with a quality education. ARVA is an online school that allows students to learn from home. ARVA offers a rigorous curriculum that meets the same standards as traditional schools, and students have access to certified teachers and support staff. ARVA also provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and field trips. ARVA is a great option for students who need a flexible learning environment or who want to take advantage of the benefits of online learning. With ARVA, students can learn at their own pace and have access to a wide range of resources and support. ARVA is an excellent choice for students who are looking for a quality education and the flexibility of learning from home.

Address:	10802 Executive Ctr Dr Ste 205 Little Rock, AR 72211
Phone:	(501) 664-4225
Site:	arva.k12.com
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	1,477 students

Overview Arkansas Virtual Academy

Arkansas Virtual Academy serves 1,477 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Arkansas Virtual Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Arkansas Virtual Academy

Arkansas Virtual Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Arkansas Virtual Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.