Serving 442 students in grades 7-12, Maine Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maine Virtual Academy's student population of 442 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2023
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 Rankings
Maine Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine Virtual Academy is 0.26, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
86%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine Virtual Academy's ranking?
Maine Virtual Academy is ranked #326 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Maine Virtual Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Maine Virtual Academy?
442 students attend Maine Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Maine Virtual Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maine Virtual Academy?
Maine Virtual Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maine Virtual Academy offer ?
Maine Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Maine Virtual Academy part of?
Maine Virtual Academy is part of Maine Virtual Academy School District.
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