Serving 1,457 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Iowa Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,457 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iowa Virtual Academy's student population of 1,457 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,457 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
26 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Not specifically mentioned
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 Motto
\'Inspiring and Empowering Students\'
School Rankings
Iowa Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iowa Virtual Academy is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1028 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
69%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/16/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa Virtual Academy's ranking?
Iowa Virtual Academy is ranked #1028 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Iowa Virtual Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iowa Virtual Academy?
1,457 students attend Iowa Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Iowa Virtual Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Iowa Virtual Academy offer ?
Iowa Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Iowa Virtual Academy part of?
Iowa Virtual Academy is part of Clayton Ridge Comm School District.
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