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Polk County Virtual Academy
School · MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT
1100 E BOUNDARY AVE, Mena, AR 71953
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
0.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
0.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Polk County Virtual Academy
Polk County Virtual Academy is a public school in Mena, AR, part of the MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.7:1. Students demonstrate 27% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $52,355, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Polk County Virtual Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.7:1, Polk County Virtual Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Polk County Virtual Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.7:1
- Address
- 1100 E BOUNDARY AVE, Mena, AR 71953
- Website
- menaschools.org
- Phone
- (479) 394-1710
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
1100 E BOUNDARY AVE, Mena, AR 71953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polk County Virtual Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. UMPIRE K-12 SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Umpire). Another option is ADVENTURE ONLINE ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Waldron). Additionally, ODEN SCHOOLS (rated 5.4/10, 25.0 miles away, in nearby Oden). For more schools in Mena, see our Mena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MENA HIGH SCHOOL Mena | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| HOLLY HARSHMAN ELEM. SCHOOL Mena | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mena | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LOUISE DURHAM ELEM. SCHOOL Mena | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ACORN HIGH SCHOOL Mena | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ACORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mena | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| COSSATOT RIVER PRIMARY SCHOOL Vandervoort | 16.0 mi | 6.3 |
| COSSATOT RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Cove | 16.7 mi | 6.4 |
| COSSATOT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wickes | 20.6 mi | 8.2 |
| WALDRON HIGH SCHOOL Waldron | 22.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WALDRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waldron | 23.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ADVENTURE ONLINE ACADEMY Waldron | 22.9 mi | 6.7 |
| WALDRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Waldron | 23.1 mi | 4.9 |
| UMPIRE K-12 SCHOOL Umpire | 22.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ARKANSAS CONSOLIDATED HIGH SCHOOL-MANSFIELD Mansfield | 29.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ODEN SCHOOLS Oden | 25.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SMITHVILLE HS Smithville | 25.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SMITHVILLE MS Smithville | 25.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SMITHVILLE ES Smithville | 25.5 mi | 8.4 |
| MANSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mansfield | 33.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,355
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
13,412
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
47.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Polk County Virtual Academy has a median household income of $52,355. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,200, with a median rent of $743/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR | — |
| NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hot Springs, AR | — |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL AT CHILDREN'S ABA T.E.A.M. Fayetteville, AR | — |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford, AR | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polk County Virtual Academy
What grades does Polk County Virtual Academy serve?
Polk County Virtual Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Polk County Virtual Academy?
Polk County Virtual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polk County Virtual Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Polk County Virtual Academy is 0.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Polk County Virtual Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Polk County Virtual Academy has 26.7% math proficiency and 60.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Polk County Virtual Academy a charter school?
Yes, Polk County Virtual Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Polk County Virtual Academy a Title I school?
No, Polk County Virtual Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polk County Virtual Academy?
26.7% of students at Polk County Virtual Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,965/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mena). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (479) 394-1710
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,697
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,089
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