Serving 100 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Harnett Virtual Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harnett Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Harnett Virtual Academy's student population of 100 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
100 students
School Rankings
Harnett Virtual Academy 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 Harnett Virtual Academy is 0.68, 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
#1770 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
44%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harnett Virtual Academy's ranking?
Harnett Virtual Academy is ranked #1770 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Harnett Virtual Academy?
100 students attend Harnett Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harnett Virtual Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Harnett Virtual Academy offer ?
Harnett Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Harnett Virtual Academy part of?
Harnett Virtual Academy is part of Harnett County Schools.
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