Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kelso Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelso Virtual Academy's student population of 239 students has grown by 1493% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Kelso Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso Virtual Academy is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1764 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelso Virtual Academy's ranking?
Kelso Virtual Academy is ranked #1764 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Kelso Virtual Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelso Virtual Academy?
239 students attend Kelso Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kelso Virtual Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelso Virtual Academy?
Kelso Virtual Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kelso Virtual Academy offer ?
Kelso Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Kelso Virtual Academy part of?
Kelso Virtual Academy is part of Kelso School District.
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