Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Big Rapids Virtual School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Rapids Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Big Rapids Virtual School's student population of 115 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Big Rapids Virtual School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Rapids Virtual School is 0.24, 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
#2376 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Rapids Virtual School's ranking?
Big Rapids Virtual School is ranked #2376 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Rapids Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Big Rapids Virtual School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Big Rapids Virtual School?
115 students attend Big Rapids Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Big Rapids Virtual School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Big Rapids Virtual School offer ?
Big Rapids Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Big Rapids Virtual School part of?
Big Rapids Virtual School is part of Big Rapids School District.
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