Serving 390 students in grades 6-12, Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12's student population of 390 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 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 Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 is 0.70, 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
#1616 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
45%
24%
White
24%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-74%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12's ranking?
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 is ranked #1616 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12?
The graduation rate of Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12?
390 students attend Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 students are Black, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12?
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 offer ?
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 part of?
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 located?
Cumberland Virtual Academy 6-12 is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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