School Overview
Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA) is a public online charter school serving students in grades K–12 across the state of Minnesota. Operating under the umbrella of the Houston Public School District, the academy provides a tuition-free, home-based learning environment that utilizes a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum. By leveraging digital platforms, the school offers families a flexible alternative to the traditional classroom, allowing students to learn at their own pace while maintaining access to certified teachers and a structured academic support system.

The school is designed to meet the diverse needs of students who may thrive outside of a traditional brick-and-mortar setting, including those who require advanced coursework, athletes, or students seeking a more personalized educational pace. Through their partnership with K12 (a nationally recognized education provider), MNVA combines online lessons with interactive tools and virtual instruction. While the school is headquartered in Houston, MN, it functions as a statewide program, focusing on preparing students for college and career success through a blend of independent study and collaborative virtual engagement.
814
Total Students
47.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Minnesota Virtual Academy High
Demographic Student Count
White548
Hispanic73
Black102
Asian16
Two or More62
American Indian12
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    548 (67.3 %)
  • Black
    102 (12.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    73 (9.0 %)
  • Two or More
    62 (7.6 %)
  • Asian
    16 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    12 (1.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (507)896-5323
Website: http://www.houston.k12.mn.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 814
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 47.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 335
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 43
Grades Taught
Grade 9 165
Grade 10 198
Grade 11 232
Grade 12 219

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Minnesota Virtual Academy High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9165
Grade 10198
Grade 11232
Grade 12219
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Minnesota Virtual Academy High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45756.1%
Male35743.9%