Serving 58 students in grades 5-12, Jefferson Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Virtual Academy's student population of 58 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 350% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Virtual Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
83%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Virtual Academy's ranking?
Jefferson Virtual Academy is ranked #1161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jefferson Virtual Academy?
58 students attend Jefferson Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Jefferson Virtual Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Virtual Academy?
Jefferson Virtual Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Virtual Academy offer ?
Jefferson Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Jefferson Virtual Academy part of?
Jefferson Virtual Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
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