Serving 1,855 students in grades 9-12, Ocean Lakes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,855 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Lakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ocean Lakes High School's student population of 1,855 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ocean Lakes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Lakes High School is 0.66, 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
#180 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Lakes High School's ranking?
Ocean Lakes High School is ranked #180 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ocean Lakes High School often compared to?
Ocean Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Kellam High School, Landstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ocean Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Ocean Lakes High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ocean Lakes High School?
1,855 students attend Ocean Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ocean Lakes High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Lakes High School?
Ocean Lakes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Lakes High School offer ?
Ocean Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Lakes High School part of?
Ocean Lakes High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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