NC Virtual Academy
Charter School
3,047 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school that serves students across the state in grades K–12. Operating as a virtual learning institution, the school provides a flexible, home-based educational environment that allows families to tailor their student’s learning experience to their individual needs. The curriculum is delivered by certified North Carolina teachers who support students through a combination of live virtual instruction, recorded lessons, and interactive online tools, aiming to provide a rigorous academic program that prepares students for college and career success.
As a public charter school, NCVA is funded by the state but operates independently, focusing on personalized learning paths that can accommodate students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting, those who require more flexibility due to extracurricular commitments, or those seeking a non-traditional academic environment. The school emphasizes a partnership between parents—who often act as "Learning Coaches"—and professional educators. By leveraging the robust K12 curriculum, NCVA aims to provide an accessible, high-quality education that maintains standard state educational requirements while utilizing modern technology to bridge geographical gaps for students across North Carolina.
As a public charter school, NCVA is funded by the state but operates independently, focusing on personalized learning paths that can accommodate students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting, those who require more flexibility due to extracurricular commitments, or those seeking a non-traditional academic environment. The school emphasizes a partnership between parents—who often act as "Learning Coaches"—and professional educators. By leveraging the robust K12 curriculum, NCVA aims to provide an accessible, high-quality education that maintains standard state educational requirements while utilizing modern technology to bridge geographical gaps for students across North Carolina.
3,047
Total Students
141.3
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,297 |
| Hispanic | 394 |
| Black | 912 |
| Asian | 45 |
| Two or More | 338 |
| American Indian | 49 |
| Pacific Islander | 12 |
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White1,297 (42.6 %)
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Black912 (29.9 %)
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Hispanic394 (12.9 %)
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Two or More338 (11.1 %)
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American Indian49 (1.6 %)
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Asian45 (1.5 %)
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Pacific Islander12 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NC Virtual Academy |
| Phone: | (919)346-0121 |
| Website: | http://ncva.k12.com/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 3,047 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 141.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
201
Grade 1
212
Grade 2
239
Grade 3
224
Grade 4
234
Grade 5
242
Grade 6
302
Grade 7
275
Grade 8
283
Grade 9
275
Grade 10
206
Grade 11
212
Grade 12
142
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 201 |
| Grade 1 | 212 |
| Grade 2 | 239 |
| Grade 3 | 224 |
| Grade 4 | 234 |
| Grade 5 | 242 |
| Grade 6 | 302 |
| Grade 7 | 275 |
| Grade 8 | 283 |
| Grade 9 | 275 |
| Grade 10 | 206 |
| Grade 11 | 212 |
| Grade 12 | 142 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,562 | 51.3% |
| Male | 1,485 | 48.7% |
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