Below Average
#2116 of 2,648 schools in NC
Nc Virtual Academy
School · NC Virtual Academy
4220 NC Highway 55 Suite 130, Durham, NC 27713
Enrollment
2,959
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,959
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,116 of 2,648
In Durham
#55 of 68
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Nc Virtual Academy
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About Nc Virtual Academy
Nc Virtual Academy is a public school in Durham, NC, part of NC Virtual Academy. Nc Virtual Academy serves approximately 2,959 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nc Virtual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,116 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Nc Virtual Academy show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
What's said publicly about Nc Virtual Academy
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
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- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Nc Virtual Academy is a large school: 2,959 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Nc Virtual 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.
Nc Virtual Academy runs 22.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Nc Virtual Academy — Students at Nc Virtual Academy score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from NC 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: 9.5/10.
How Nc Virtual Academy Compares
See how Nc Virtual Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4220 NC Highway 55 Suite 130, Durham, NC 27713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nc Virtual Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Carolina Cyber Academy (rated 4.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Lowe's Grove Middle Durham | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Parkwood Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Hillside High Durham | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 3.4 mi | — |
| Lyons Farm Elementary Durham | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY Durham | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary Cary | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,900
Median Home Value
$380,500
Median Rent
$1,460/mo
Population
58,409
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham, NC | 4.6 |
| Union Academy Monroe, NC | 5.9 |
| Uwharrie Charter Academy Asheboro, NC | 5.9 |
| American Leadership Academy - Johnston Raleigh, NC | — |
| Wake Preparatory Academy Wake Forest, NC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nc Virtual Academy
What grades does Nc Virtual Academy serve?
Nc Virtual Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Nc Virtual Academy?
Nc Virtual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 2,959 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nc Virtual Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Nc Virtual Academy is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nc Virtual Academy rank in NC?
Nc Virtual Academy ranks #2,116 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Nc Virtual Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Nc Virtual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Nc Virtual Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nc Virtual Academy has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Nc Virtual Academy a charter school?
Yes, Nc Virtual Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Nc Virtual Academy a Title I school?
No, Nc Virtual Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,959
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 129
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 346-0121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
NC Virtual Academy- District Enrollment
- 2,959
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,102
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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