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Virtual Heights Secondary
High School · COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
1440 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Enrollment
24
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Virtual Heights Secondary
Virtual Heights Secondary is a public high school in Columbia Heights, MN, part of the COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 6th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,141, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Virtual Heights Secondary 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.
Virtual Heights Secondary is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 1440 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
- Phone
- (763) 528-4533
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1440 49TH AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virtual Heights Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fridley). Another option is FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fridley). Additionally, COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH (rated 3.9/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Columbia Heights, see our Columbia Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Anchor Columbia Heights | 0.1 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights | 0.1 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Columbia Academy Anchor Program Columbia Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 0.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bultum Academy Columbia Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| North Park School for Innovation Fridley | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Highview Middle School New Brighton | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley | 1.6 mi | — |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,141
Median Home Value
$260,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
31,051
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Virtual Heights Secondary has a median household income of $75,141. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts, MN | — |
| Benton Stearns Education District 1 Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virtual Heights Secondary
What grades does Virtual Heights Secondary serve?
Virtual Heights Secondary serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Virtual Heights Secondary?
Virtual Heights Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
Is Virtual Heights Secondary a charter school?
No, Virtual Heights Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virtual Heights Secondary a Title I school?
No, Virtual Heights Secondary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Virtual Heights Secondary?
54.2% of students at Virtual Heights Secondary 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
- City Safety
- High (2,515/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbia Heights). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Phone
- (763) 528-4533
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,420
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,617
Other Schools in This District
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