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Virtual Academy School
High School · Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
750 S Merritt Mill Rd Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Scho, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Enrollment
39
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
39
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Virtual Academy School
High School in Chapel Hill · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Virtual Academy School
Virtual Academy School is a public high school in Chapel Hill, NC, part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Virtual Academy School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Based on limited data: 25% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Virtual Academy School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
41% of students at Virtual Academy School 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.
Virtual Academy School is a virtual school, so instruction happens mostly online. That flexibility suits some kids and frustrates others; it asks a lot of self-discipline and a steady setup at home. Think about whether your child learns well on their own, and ask how the school keeps students engaged.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 750 S Merritt Mill Rd Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Scho, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
- Phone
- (919) 967-8211
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Virtual Academy School Compares
See how Virtual Academy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 S Merritt Mill Rd Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Scho, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virtual Academy School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chapel Hill High (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away). Additionally, Carrboro High (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carrboro). For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy High Chapel Hill | 0.0 mi | — |
| FPG Elementary Chapel Hill | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Culbreth Middle Chapel Hill | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Northside Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Carrboro Elementary Carrboro | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Carrboro High Carrboro | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Scroggs Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Seawell Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Phillips Middle Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| McDougle Middle Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| McDougle Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Chapel Hill High Chapel Hill | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| HOLY YOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chapel Hill | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,788
Median Home Value
$508,400
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
46,372
College Educated
72.4%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virtual Academy School
What grades does Virtual Academy School serve?
Virtual Academy School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Virtual Academy School?
Virtual Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
Is Virtual Academy School a charter school?
No, Virtual Academy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virtual Academy School a Title I school?
No, Virtual Academy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Virtual Academy School?
69.2% of students at Virtual Academy School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (919) 967-8211
Resources & Links
District
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools- District Enrollment
- 11,386
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,963
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