Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-12, West Ottawa Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ottawa Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
West Ottawa Virtual Academy's student population of 35 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
West Ottawa Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ottawa Virtual Academy is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1672 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 is West Ottawa Virtual Academy's ranking?
West Ottawa Virtual Academy is ranked #1672 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Ottawa Virtual Academy?
35 students attend West Ottawa Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Ottawa Virtual Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ottawa Virtual Academy?
West Ottawa Virtual Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Ottawa Virtual Academy offer ?
West Ottawa Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is West Ottawa Virtual Academy part of?
West Ottawa Virtual Academy is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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