Summary:
The Arkansas Virtual Academy operates three public charter virtual schools serving grades K-12 in Arkansas. While the high school performs better than the elementary and middle schools, all three schools struggle to meet state averages on standardized tests, with the Arkansas Virtual Academy Elementary ranking the lowest among the three. The schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, which may contribute to the performance challenges.
The Arkansas Virtual Academy High School is the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 172 out of 305 Arkansas high schools and receiving a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. However, its test scores are still below state averages in many areas. In contrast, the Ark Virtual Academy Middle School and Ark Virtual Academy Elementary have lower statewide rankings and receive 1- and 2-star ratings, respectively, with test scores consistently below state averages.
The data suggests that the Arkansas Virtual Academy system faces systemic challenges in supporting its students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. While the high school shows some promise, the overall performance of the schools indicates a need for a deeper examination of the virtual academy model and its ability to effectively serve the local community.
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