Serving 44 students in grades 6-8, Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School's student population of 44 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School 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 Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1126 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
16%
7%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School's ranking?
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School is ranked #1126 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School?
44 students attend Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School?
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School offer ?
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School part of?
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
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