Serving 115 students in grades 4-12, Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy's student population of 115 students has declined by 95% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
10 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is 0.49, 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
#503 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
11%
20%
White
70%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
23.6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy's ranking?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is ranked #503 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy often compared to?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy?
115 students attend Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy offer ?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy part of?
Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy is part of Wilson County School District.
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