Florida Virtual School is an online K–12 school, primarily operating in the state of Florida. FLVS was founded in 1997 as the first statewide Internet-based public high school in the United States. In 2000, FLVS was established as an independent educational entity by the Florida Legislature.
Serving 2,571 students in grades 6-8, Florida Virtual Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Virtual Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Florida Virtual Middle School's student population of 2,571 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
2,571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Florida Virtual Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florida Virtual Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Virtual Middle School's ranking?
Florida Virtual Middle School is ranked #721 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Florida Virtual Middle School?
2,571 students attend Florida Virtual Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Florida Virtual Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florida Virtual Middle School?
Florida Virtual Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Virtual Middle School offer ?
Florida Virtual Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Florida Virtual Middle School part of?
Florida Virtual Middle School is part of Fl Virtual School District.
In what neighborhood is Florida Virtual Middle School located?
Florida Virtual Middle School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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