Carter Virtual Academy

Carter County
372 West Carter Dr.
Olive Hill, KY 41164
47 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Carter Virtual Academy, located in Olive Hill, Kentucky, is an alternative educational institution operating under the Carter County Public Schools district. Designed to offer flexibility for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom environment, the academy provides a fully online or hybrid learning platform. This model is particularly well-suited for students who require a personalized pace, those managing work or family obligations, or individuals seeking a focused, self-directed path toward high school graduation.

By leveraging digital curriculum and technology, the school aims to bridge the gap for students across the county who need an adaptable schedule while still maintaining access to certified teachers and academic support. Despite the virtual nature of the instruction, the academy remains integrated with the district’s broader educational goals, ensuring that students meet state standards and fulfill all requirements necessary to earn their diploma. The program emphasizes accessibility and student autonomy, providing a modern educational alternative within the Olive Hill community.
47
Total Students
1.0
Full-Time Teachers
47.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    44 (93.6%)
  • Black
    2 (4.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (2.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Carter County
Phone: (606)286-4022
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 47
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 1.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 47.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 36
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 1
Grade 7 1
Grade 8 6
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 12
Grade 11 13
Grade 12 11
Gender Ratio