Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bayside Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bayside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayside Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1345 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
37%
21%
White
23%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside Elementary School's ranking?
Bayside Elementary School is ranked #1345 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bayside Elementary School?
546 students attend Bayside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bayside Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayside Elementary School?
Bayside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside Elementary School offer ?
Bayside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bayside Elementary School part of?
Bayside Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside Elementary School located?
Bayside Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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