Below Average
#2821 of 3,192 schools in MI
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy
High School · Taylor School District
11211 BEECH DALY RD, Taylor, MI 48180
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
73.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
73.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,821 of 3,192
In Taylor
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Taylor School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Taylor Virtual Learning Academy
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy is a public high school in Taylor, MI, part of Taylor School District. Taylor Virtual Learning Academy serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 73.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Virtual Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,821 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor Virtual Learning Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy runs 73.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
36% of students at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Taylor Virtual Learning Academy — Students at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MI 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: 9.6/10.
How Taylor Virtual Learning Academy Compares
See how Taylor Virtual Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11211 BEECH DALY RD, Taylor, MI 48180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor Virtual Learning Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Taylor High School (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor Preparatory High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor High School Taylor | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKWOOD ACADEMY Taylor | 0.5 mi | — |
| Holland Elementary School Taylor | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Taylor Exemplar Academy Taylor | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Taylor Preparatory High School Taylor | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Eureka Heights Elementary School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Bernice McDowell Elem School Taylor | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Kinyon Elementary School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Robert J West Middle School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Myers Elementary School Taylor | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Hoover Middle School Taylor | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Quest Charter Academy Taylor | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Trillium Academy Taylor | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Hale Creek Elementary School Romulus | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Thorne Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 3.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Tomlinson Middle School Inkster | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Oakley W Best Middle School Dearborn Heights | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor | 3.4 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,537
Median Home Value
$141,200
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
62,405
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor Virtual Learning Academy
What grades does Taylor Virtual Learning Academy serve?
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Taylor Virtual Learning Academy?
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy is 73.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor Virtual Learning Academy rank in MI?
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy ranks #2,821 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Taylor Virtual Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Taylor Virtual Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Virtual Learning Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Taylor Virtual Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Taylor Virtual Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor Virtual Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Taylor Virtual Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor Virtual Learning Academy?
80.5% of students at Taylor Virtual Learning 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 73.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (313) 295-5757
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Taylor School District- District Enrollment
- 5,614
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,580
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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