Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana 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 Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's student population of 289 students has grown by 750% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 1283% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 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
School Rankings
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1709 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
64%
13%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy's ranking?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is ranked #1709 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
289 students attend Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offer ?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy part of?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is part of Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy located?
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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