Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Bayside Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bayside Middle School's student population of 700 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bayside Middle School 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 Bayside Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1200 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
55%
22%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside Middle School's ranking?
Bayside Middle School is ranked #1200 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bayside Middle School often compared to?
Bayside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bayside Middle School?
700 students attend Bayside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bayside Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayside Middle School?
Bayside Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside Middle School offer ?
Bayside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayside Middle School part of?
Bayside Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside Middle School located?
Bayside Middle School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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