Serving 619 students in grades 5-12, Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School's student population of 619 students has grown by 279% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 620% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School is 0.69, 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
#319 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
46%
24%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School's ranking?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School is ranked #319 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School?
619 students attend Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School offer ?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School part of?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School located?
Charlotte-mecklenburg Virtual School is located in the Oaklawn neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Oaklawn.
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