Eau Claire Virtual School is a small, alternative public charter virtual school serving grades K-12 in the Eau Claire Area School District. With a strong focus on virtual and online learning, the school provides a flexible educational option for students in the Eau Claire area.
Eau Claire Virtual School stands out for its consistently high graduation rates, ranging from 89.4% to 100% over the past three years, significantly higher than the district and state averages. The school also has very low dropout rates, much lower than the district and state, suggesting its virtual learning environment and support systems are effective in keeping students engaged. However, the school has experienced a rise in chronic absenteeism, from 2.7% to 12.4%, which is still lower than the district average but worth monitoring. Academically, Eau Claire Virtual School's test scores are generally lower than the district and state in mathematics and English Language Arts, but the school performs better in social studies, with 75% of 10th-grade students proficient or better.
Compared to nearby alternative schools, such as Northern Wisconsin Center and Second Avenue School, Eau Claire Virtual School's performance metrics are generally better, highlighting the effectiveness of its virtual learning model. However, the school's low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggests it may serve a different socioeconomic demographic compared to the district and nearby schools, an area worth further investigation.
In the 2023-24 school year, 141 students attended Eau Claire Virtual School.
Eau Claire Virtual School ranks in the bottom 10.5% of Wisconsin alternative schools.
Eau Claire Area School District
Students at Eau Claire Virtual School are 75% White, 9% Two or more races, 7% Hispanic, 4% African American, 2% Asian, 1% Not Specified.