Serving 1,335 students in grades 2-8, Old Donation School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Donation School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Donation School's student population of 1,335 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Donation School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Donation School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1792 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Donation School's ranking?
Old Donation School is ranked #1 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Old Donation School?
1,335 students attend Old Donation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Old Donation School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Donation School?
Old Donation School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Donation School offer ?
Old Donation School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Donation School part of?
Old Donation School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Donation School located?
Old Donation School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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