Serving 488 students in grades 6-12, Achievable Dream Middle/high 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 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievable Dream Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Achievable Dream Middle/high's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievable Dream Middle/high ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievable Dream Middle/high is 0.27, 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
#1151 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
85%
22%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievable Dream Middle/high's ranking?
Achievable Dream Middle/high is ranked #1151 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Achievable Dream Middle/high often compared to?
Achievable Dream Middle/highis often viewed alongside schools like B.t. Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievable Dream Middle/high?
The graduation rate of Achievable Dream Middle/high is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Achievable Dream Middle/high?
488 students attend Achievable Dream Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Achievable Dream Middle/high students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Achievable Dream Middle/high offer ?
Achievable Dream Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievable Dream Middle/high part of?
Achievable Dream Middle/high is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievable Dream Middle/high located?
Achievable Dream Middle/high is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 14 other public schools located in South Newport News.
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