Jacksonville, FL– Students at the K¹² Florida Virtual Academy (FLVA) – one of the state's two full-time K-8 online public school programs – posted strong scores on the 2009 Florida Comprehensive Assessment Tests (FCAT), according to results released last week by the Florida Department of Education.

For the sixth year in a row, the percent of K¹² Florida Virtual Academy students scoring proficient or higher exceeded the state averages in most grades and subjects tested. The K¹² FLVA program has consistently scored higher than the state averages since the school began in the 2003-2004 academic year. FLVA was given an "A" grade in 2007 and 2008.;

FLVA scores were particularly strong in reading, math and science. In reading, FLVA beat the state scores by a wide margin in every grade, with proficiency levels between 17 and 29 points higher than the state averages. FLVA math scores were above the state averages in five out of six grades, and the school's science scores exceeded the state averages in both grades tested.

FLVA continues to be the top-scoring K-8 virtual public school in the state, outperforming the state's other K-8 virtual school program in a majority of grades.

"We are very proud of these scores and the continued academic excellence of the K¹² program in Florida," said Patty Betoni, FLVA Head of School and Director of K¹² Virtual Instruction Programs. "These results are a credit to the hard work work and dedication of our teachers, students, parents, and staff. We're excited about our future and the opportunity to extend the successful K¹² virtual school program to more students across Florida through our district partnerships."

FLVA uses the high quality and innovative learning program developed by K12 Inc., the nation's leading provider proprietary curriculum and online school programs for students in kindergarten through high school. Over 50,000 students in 21 states are using the K¹² program in virtual public schools. K¹² has the largest national network of full-time, K-12 online public school teachers, providing more than 1600 teachers with extensive training, professional development, management and support.

School districts across Florida are now partnering with K¹² – a state-approved provider – to offer the K¹² virtual school program for their students under the state's School District Virtual Instruction program.

FLVA students receive an individualized learning program using the K¹² curriculum. They learn outside the classroom and receive instruction, support and oversight from state-certified teachers in partnership with a learning coach – a parent or responsible adult – who provides guidance and assistance. Students access their web-based lessons through the K¹² Online School (OLS) and also use other off-line education materials (textbooks, workbooks, math and science supplies, hands-on projects, and much more). They are required to meet accountability standards, including academic and attendance requirements, and participate in state assessments in a proctored setting.

FLVA teachers assign lessons, provide instruction, and regularly interact with students and parents via email, web-based classrooms, online discussions, phone, and face-to-face meetings. Teachers also organize a variety of school outings for students and families.

Comparison of K¹²'s Florida Virtual Academy (FLVA) vs. State Averages

Percent of Students Scoring Proficient or Higher (Levels 3 and above)

READING SCORES

MATH SCORES

SCIENCE SCORES

About K12 Inc.

K12 Inc. (NYSE: LRN), a technology-based education company, is the nation's leading provider of proprietary curriculum and online education programs to students in kindergarten through high school. K¹² provides its curriculum and academic services to online schools, traditional classrooms, blended school programs, and directly to families. K¹² has delivered over one million semester courses to students worldwide. Currently, more than 50,000 students in 21 states are enrolled in online public schools that use the K¹² program. K12 Inc. also operates the K¹² International Academy, an accredited, diploma-granting online private school serving students in over 35 countries.

K12 Inc. is accredited through the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). It is the largest national K-12 online school provider to be recognized by CITA.

K¹²'s mission is to provide any child the curriculum and tools to maximize success in life, regardless of geographic, financial, or demographic circumstances. More information can be found at www.K12.com.