Serving 1,983 students in grades 9-12, Bayside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bayside High School's student population of 1,983 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bayside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayside High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#616 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
43%
22%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside High School's ranking?
Bayside High School is ranked #616 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bayside High School often compared to?
Bayside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Colonial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bayside High School?
The graduation rate of Bayside High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bayside High School?
1,983 students attend Bayside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bayside High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayside High School?
Bayside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside High School offer ?
Bayside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayside High School part of?
Bayside High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside High School located?
Bayside High School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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