Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jcps 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jcps Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jcps Virtual Academy's student population of 333 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 266% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Jcps 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 Jcps Virtual Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1921 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jcps Virtual Academy's ranking?
Jcps Virtual Academy is ranked #1921 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jcps Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Jcps Virtual Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jcps Virtual Academy?
333 students attend Jcps Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jcps Virtual Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jcps Virtual Academy?
Jcps Virtual Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jcps Virtual Academy offer ?
Jcps Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Jcps Virtual Academy part of?
Jcps Virtual Academy is part of Johnston County School District.
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