Serving 602 students in grades 9-12, Colorado Virtual Academy High School 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 33%). 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 602 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- 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 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Colorado Virtual Academy High School's student population of 602 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2025
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Mascot
Virtual Academy
School Rankings
Colorado Virtual Academy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colorado Virtual Academy High School is 0.58, 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
#458 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Virtual Academy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado Virtual Academy High School's ranking?
Colorado Virtual Academy High School is ranked #458 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Colorado Virtual Academy High School often compared to?
Colorado Virtual Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulder Universal 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 33% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colorado Virtual Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Colorado Virtual Academy High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Colorado Virtual Academy High School?
602 students attend Colorado Virtual Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Colorado Virtual Academy High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Colorado Virtual Academy High School offer ?
Colorado Virtual Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Colorado Virtual Academy High School part of?
Colorado Virtual Academy High School is part of Byers School District No. 32j.
In what neighborhood is Colorado Virtual Academy High School located?
Colorado Virtual Academy High School is located in the Union Square neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 10 other public schools located in Union Square.
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