Serving 48 students in grades 9-12, Patricia Brown Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee 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 Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy's student population of 48 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
6 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
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patricia Brown Virtual Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1095 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
13%
20%
White
77%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patricia Brown Virtual Academy's ranking?
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy is ranked #1095 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Patricia Brown Virtual Academy often compared to?
Patricia Brown Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patricia Brown Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Patricia Brown Virtual Academy is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Patricia Brown Virtual Academy?
48 students attend Patricia Brown Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Patricia Brown Virtual Academy students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Patricia Brown Virtual Academy offer ?
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Patricia Brown Virtual Academy part of?
Patricia Brown Virtual Academy is part of Sumner County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has tripled on enrollment because of the quality of the education and environment of the school. Students feel safe and also feel that the teachers truly care for them. I feel that my daughter has learned so much more than she did at her other zoned school because she can work at a faster pace and the online curriculum is rigorous.
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