Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lake Taylor 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 22% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 88% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Taylor ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Taylor's student population of 626 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Taylor 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 Lake Taylor is 0.59, 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
#1665 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
61%
22%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Taylor's ranking?
Lake Taylor is ranked #1665 out of 1,792 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lake Taylor?
626 students attend Lake Taylor.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lake Taylor students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Taylor?
Lake Taylor has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Taylor offer ?
Lake Taylor offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Taylor part of?
Lake Taylor is part of Norfolk City School District.
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