Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newsome Park Elementary School 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 8% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newsome Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newsome Park Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newsome Park Elementary 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 Newsome Park Elementary School 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
#1790 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
85%
22%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newsome Park Elementary School's ranking?
Newsome Park Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Newsome Park Elementary School often compared to?
Newsome Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Johnson Elementary School, Achievable Dream Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Newsome Park Elementary School?
477 students attend Newsome Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newsome Park Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newsome Park Elementary School?
Newsome Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newsome Park Elementary School offer ?
Newsome Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newsome Park Elementary School part of?
Newsome Park Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Newsome Park Elementary School located?
Newsome Park Elementary School 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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