Laurel County Virtual Academy

6 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

The Laurel County Virtual Academy, located in London, Kentucky, is a specialized educational institution designed to provide a flexible, technology-driven alternative to the traditional classroom setting. Operating under the umbrella of the Laurel County Public Schools system, the academy focuses on meeting the needs of students who require a non-traditional schedule or environment, such as those balancing outside work, family commitments, or personal learning styles that thrive better in an online format.

By leveraging digital platforms and remote instruction, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum that allows students to progress at their own pace while still meeting Kentucky’s rigorous academic standards. The academy maintains a strong connection to the local community, ensuring that students have access to the resources and support services of the broader district, including guidance counselors and teachers who facilitate learning in a virtual capacity. It serves as a vital option for students seeking autonomy in their education without sacrificing the credentials and support of the public school system.

Total Students

1.0

Full-Time Teachers

6.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

500.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Laurel County Virtual Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	6

White
6 (100.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Laurel County
Phone:	(606)862-4600
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	6
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	1.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	6.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	29
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 1

Grade 10 2

Grade 11 1

Grade 12 2