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Burke Virtual Academy

Heritage Middle School, 1951 E
Valdese, NC 28690
Burke Virtual Academy serves 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Burke Virtual Academy's student population of 25 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Burke Virtual Academy is 0.29, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
68%
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

How many students attend Burke Virtual Academy?
25 students attend Burke Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Burke Virtual Academy students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Virtual Academy?
Burke Virtual Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burke Virtual Academy offer ?
Burke Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Burke Virtual Academy part of?
Burke Virtual Academy is part of Burke County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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