Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy's student population of 55 students has grown by 189% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
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
The diversity score of Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy often compared to?
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gull Lake Gateway Academy, Maple Valley Pathways High School 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 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy?
55 students attend Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy offer ?
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy part of?
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy is part of Dearborn Heights School District #7.
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