Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Colorado Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colorado Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Colorado Virtual Academy's student population of 405 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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 Rankings
Colorado Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado Virtual Academy is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
13%
5%
White
56%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado Virtual Academy's ranking?
Colorado Virtual Academy is ranked #471 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Colorado Virtual Academy often compared to?
Colorado Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Boulder Universal, Cherry Creek Elevation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Colorado Virtual Academy?
405 students attend Colorado Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Colorado Virtual Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Colorado Virtual Academy offer ?
Colorado Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Colorado Virtual Academy part of?
Colorado Virtual Academy is part of Byers School District No. 32j.
In what neighborhood is Colorado Virtual Academy located?
Colorado Virtual Academy is located in the Union Square neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 10 other public schools located in Union Square.
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