JACKSONVILLE, FL — The Ogburn Online School, a fully accredited private online homeschooling and distance education provider, today announced it has been named "Best Virtual and Online School" for the 2025-2026 school year by Homeschool.com. The recognition adds to a growing list of honors for the school, which has served K-12 families for more than 25 years.
Homeschool.com's annual awards highlight programs that demonstrate excellence in curriculum quality, flexibility, and support for homeschooling families nationwide. The Ogburn Online School was selected based on its self-paced learning model, multi-agency accreditation, and track record of preparing students for college, career, and military pathways.
"Being named Best Virtual and Online School by Homeschool.com is a meaningful honor, especially coming from an organization trusted by homeschooling families across the country," said Chris James, Admission Manager at The Ogburn Online School. "This recognition reflects the work our teachers, academic advisors, and support staff put in every day to help students succeed on their own terms and their own timeline."
The award recognizes The Ogburn Online School's commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education through several key features. The school holds accreditation from six recognized accrediting bodies, a distinction the school notes exceeds what many comparable programs maintain. Students benefit from a self-paced, year-round enrollment model, with up to ten months to complete a grade level, and many finishing in as little as sixteen weeks. Students can begin their studies without waiting for a traditional school calendar.
Strong college outcomes further underscore the program's effectiveness: of Ogburn graduates who apply to college, 95% are accepted to colleges and universities nationwide, including institutions such as Florida State University and the University of Georgia. The school's NCAA-approved coursework allows student-athletes to pursue Ogburn's curriculum while maintaining NCAA eligibility, balancing academics with training and competition. Comprehensive student support includes certified teachers, academic advisors, technical support staff, and college counselors available throughout enrollment.
This is not the first time The Ogburn Online School has been recognized by industry organizations. The school has also been named among the nation's top accredited online schools by TheBestSchools.org, included in HowToHomeSchool.com's Best Homeschool Curriculum & Resources list, and honored by ParentsPickAwards.com as a top K-12 online school provider.
The recognition from Homeschool.com signals to parents seeking flexible, accredited education options that The Ogburn Online School meets rigorous standards. As online schooling continues to grow in popularity, such awards help families identify programs that combine academic rigor with the flexibility necessary for personalized learning. For the school, this award reinforces its position as a leader in distance education and may encourage more families to consider its self-paced model, which accommodates diverse student needs—from advanced learners to those requiring additional time.
