Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Fountain Hills Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona 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 Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy's student population of 54 students has grown by 217% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain Hills Virtual Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
15%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
52%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain Hills Virtual Academy's ranking?
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fountain Hills Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Fountain Hills Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Fountain Hills Virtual Academy?
54 students attend Fountain Hills Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fountain Hills Virtual Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Fountain Hills Virtual Academy offer ?
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Fountain Hills Virtual Academy part of?
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy is part of Fountain Hills Unified District (4247) School District.
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