POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM

42 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

The Polk Virtual Instruction Program (PVIP) is a specialized educational option offered by the Polk County Public Schools district in Florida. Designed to provide flexibility for students who thrive in a non-traditional setting, the program offers a comprehensive online curriculum that allows students to complete their coursework remotely. It serves as an alternative to the conventional classroom experience, catering to students who may need personalized pacing, have extracurricular commitments, or prefer the convenience and safety of a home-based learning environment.

The program is fully accredited and aligns with Florida state educational standards, ensuring that students receive a rigorous academic foundation comparable to that of brick-and-mortar schools. Through the official district portal, students have access to certified instructors, digital resources, and support services intended to keep them on track for graduation. By leveraging technology, the Polk Virtual Instruction Program provides a scalable, accessible pathway for students across the county to earn their diplomas while developing the self-discipline and digital literacy skills necessary for future college and career success.

Total Students

N/A

Full-Time Teachers

N/A

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM
Demographic	Student Count
White	17
Hispanic	15
Black	8
Two or More	2

White
17 (40.5 %)
Hispanic
15 (35.7 %)
Black
8 (19.0 %)
Two or More
2 (4.8 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	POLK
Phone:	(863)665-4538
Website:	http://schools.polk-fl.net/pvs
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	42
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	N/A
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	N/A
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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

Kindergarten 2

Grade 1 2

Grade 2 3

Grade 3 12

Grade 4 3

Grade 5 1

Grade 6 8

Grade 7 6

Grade 8 2

Grade 9 2

Grade 11 1