Wakanda Virtual Academy serves 282 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakanda Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wakanda Virtual Academy's student population of 282 students has grown by 271% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wakanda Virtual Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Black
98%
12%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wakanda Virtual Academy?
282 students attend Wakanda Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wakanda Virtual Academy students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakanda Virtual Academy?
Wakanda Virtual Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wakanda Virtual Academy offer ?
Wakanda Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wakanda Virtual Academy part of?
Wakanda Virtual Academy is part of Best Academy School District.
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