Polk County Virtual Academy

About Polk County Virtual Academy

Polk County Virtual Academy (PCVA) is an online learning platform designed to provide students in Polk County, Florida with a high-quality educational experience. PCVA offers students an alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar schools and provides them with the flexibility to learn at their own pace and in their own space. The curriculum is rigorous and aligned with the Florida State Standards, and students have access to a variety of courses and activities to help them succeed. PCVA also provides students with support services, such as counseling, tutoring, and career guidance.
PCVA is committed to providing students with a safe and secure learning environment. All activities are monitored, and students are required to abide by the school’s policies and procedures. PCVA also provides students with the tools they need to stay connected with their peers and teachers, such as online discussion boards, video conferencing, and email.
PCVA is an excellent option for students who are looking for an alternative to traditional school. It offers students the flexibility to learn at their own pace, provides them with access to high-quality courses, and offers support services to help them succeed.

Address:	1100 E Boundary Ave Mena, AR 71953
Phone:	(479) 394-1710
Site:	www.menaschools.org
Grades:	K – 12
Enrollment:	62 students

Overview Polk County Virtual Academy

Polk County Virtual Academy serves 62 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Polk County Virtual Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Polk County Virtual Academy

Polk County Virtual Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Polk County Virtual Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.