Serving 99 students in grades 2-12, Stanly County Virtual Education 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanly County Virtual Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Stanly County Virtual Education's student population of 99 students has grown by 607% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
99 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
Stanly County Virtual Education 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 Stanly County Virtual Education is 0.54, 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
#1865 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
16%
25%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 Stanly County Virtual Education's ranking?
Stanly County Virtual Education is ranked #1865 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanly County Virtual Education?
The graduation rate of Stanly County Virtual Education is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Stanly County Virtual Education?
99 students attend Stanly County Virtual Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Stanly County Virtual Education students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Stanly County Virtual Education offer ?
Stanly County Virtual Education offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Stanly County Virtual Education part of?
Stanly County Virtual Education is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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