Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bridges Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: Yes
- Rolling Enrollment: Yes
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Bridges Virtual Academy's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
Yes
Rolling Enrollment
Yes
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Virtual Academy is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
National Honor Society, Student Council, Student Newspaper
National Honor Society, Student Council, Student Newspaper
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Enroll your student and experience the benefits of a Bridges Virtual Academy education. BVA's low student-teacher ratio, strong family partnerships, academic enrichment opportunities, and community connections have resulted in a proven track record of student academic success and high parent satisfaction. The BVA educational program grows and adapts along with your children, starting with our youngest learners at K4 and moving through elementary, middle and high school, developing students into independent learners. BVA families are a part of a school that truly values each student by reaching beyond the screen to provide a well rounded and rich educational experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bridges Virtual Academy often compared to?
Bridges Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Bridges Virtual Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bridges Virtual Academy?
747 students attend Bridges Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bridges Virtual Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridges Virtual Academy?
Bridges Virtual Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridges Virtual Academy offer ?
Bridges Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Bridges Virtual Academy part of?
Bridges Virtual Academy is part of Merrill Area School District.
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