- Enrollment
- 3,463
- Students per teacher
- 18.9:1
- Resource Index
- 31/100
Other / mixed grade configuration · Philadelphia, PA
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy
Federal NCES profile for The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 38/100.
2024-25 NCES dataOther / mixed grade configurationNCES 421899007506
👥 S:T ratio 0
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 9
📋 Attendance 75
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy earns 38/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 99% of Pennsylvania schools. It is also more racially and ethnically mixed than most Pennsylvania schools.
- #35 of 106
- schools in Philadelphia · Resource Index
- 38
- Resource Index · Typical
- 57.1:1
- large classes for Pennsylvania
- 99.7%
- free-lunch eligible
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy has class sizes larger than 99% of Pennsylvania schools. Computed live against every Pennsylvania school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy ranks #35 of 106 schools in Philadelphia, PA.
School address
District: Philadelphia City Sd · Pennsylvania
NCES ID 421899007506 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
-207 students YoY
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy shrank from 904 students in 2022-23 to 697 in 2023-24 (-22.9%).
Teacher FTE added 16.0 → 17.5 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Shrinking CCD campus
-207 students YoY 421899007506 · Philadelphia, PA Other · MID · TRAD
913 enr · 57.1:1 · 99.7% lunch · RII 38
Nearest enrollment peer: Northeast Hs (3,463 students)
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy shrank from 904 students in 2022-23 to 697 in 2023-24 (-22.9%). Teacher FTE added 16.0 → 17.5 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Pennsylvania schools → · Find another →
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy in the enrollment neighbourhood
Fall enrollment among this campus and nearest district peers
- Northeast Hs
Northeast Hs
3,463 students
- Lincoln Hs
Lincoln Hs
2,472 students
- Central Hs
Central Hs
2,329 students
- Northeast Comm
Northeast Community Propel Academy
1,783 students
- Mayfair Sch
Mayfair Sch
1,763 students
- This school 913
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy
913 students
What this shows The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy reports 913 students on the CCD universe file.
How The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy compares
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is a shrinking campus on CCD: ratios and free-lunch share vs Pennsylvania and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 57.1:1 | ▲ 320% | 13.6:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 99.7% | ▲ 72% | 58.1% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 913 | top 12% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
57.1:1
Leaner classes than 0% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
913
Bigger than 89% of US schools by enrollment, a large campus nationally.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
99.7%
free-lunch eligible
- 72% above the Pennsylvania average of 58.1%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
57.1:1
students per teacher
- 320% above state mean
Top 99% in Pennsylvania - lower ratio than 1% of state schools
Well above 20:1, one of the more stretched staffing loads nationally relative to enrollment.
Engagement
10.1%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
In the 10-15% range, above the pre-pandemic national baseline but within the broader post-pandemic picture.
Funding equity
$18,329
per pupil, district-wide
- below Pennsylvania avg of $18,725
Close to the U.S. public-school average per-pupil spend.
Support staff
Counselors2.0 FTE
Per 457 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
0
in-school suspensions + 0 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Student demographics
African American 60.5%
Hispanic or Latino 20.3%
White 11.1%
Two or More 4.3%
Asian 3.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%
Largest group: African American at 60.5% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 57.7/100
Simpson diversity index - at 57.7, The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is more mixed than the Pennsylvania school average of 37.3.
Programs
Gifted & talented Yes
District finance for Philadelphia City Sd reports $18,329 per pupil (NCES F-33) - open the district page for the full revenue mix.
How The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Lincoln Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Central Hs | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Mayfair Sch | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 2,472
- Students per teacher
- 17:1
- Resource Index
- 34/100
- Enrollment
- 2,329
- Students per teacher
- 20.1:1
- Resource Index
- 45/100
- Enrollment
- 1,783
- Students per teacher
- 22.6:1
- Resource Index
- 21/100
- Enrollment
- 1,763
- Students per teacher
- 21:1
- Resource Index
- 40/100
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Esperanza Academy Cs
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Frank Anne Sch
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New Foundations Cs
Standard public school
1,529 students 15.6:1 students per teacher
Nationwide other schools with similar size or staffing
Out-of-state peers matched by enrollment and by student-teacher ratio, not the same-city or same-district lists above.
Similar enrollment (~913 students)
Frequently asked questions about The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy
How many students attend The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy has 913 students enrolled. It is a public school in Philadelphia, PA. CCD year-over-year: 904 (2022-23) → 697 (2023-24), down 207.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is 57.1:1, which is 320% higher than the Pennsylvania average of 13.6:1 and 264% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
99.7% of students at The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 58.1%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
The largest demographic group at The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy is African American at 60.5% of enrollment, in Philadelphia, PA. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 57.7/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy?
The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy has a Resource Investment Index of 38/100 (typical reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, gifted-program reporting, counselor availability, chronic absenteeism. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy rank among schools in Philadelphia?
By Resource Investment Index, The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy ranks #35 of 106 schools in Philadelphia, PA. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all schools in Philadelphia on the city page.
What other schools are in Philadelphia City Sd?
Besides The Sd of Philadelphia Virtual Academy, Philadelphia City Sd also operates Northeast Hs (3,463 students), Lincoln Hs (2,472 students), and Central Hs (2,329 students). See the Philadelphia City Sd district page for the complete list.