Best Public Schools in Newport News, VA

The Newport News, Virginia school district consists of 39 schools, including 26 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 6 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 111 out of 129 school districts in Virginia and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

A few schools stand out in the district. Deer Park Elementary is a top-performing elementary school, ranked 46th out of 1,110 elementary schools in Virginia and rated 5 out of 5 stars. Hilton Elementary is another high-performing elementary school, ranked 249th in Virginia and rated 4 out of 5 stars. At the secondary level, Achievable Dream Middle/High is a standout, ranked 146th out of 329 high schools in Virginia and rated 3 out of 5 stars. B.T. Washington Middle is the highest-ranked middle school in the district, ranked 152nd out of 417 middle schools in Virginia and rated 3 out of 5 stars.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the Newport News City Public Schools district. While a few schools are excelling, many others are struggling, with low proficiency rates in core subjects. The high rates of poverty, as indicated by free/reduced lunch percentages, likely contribute to the academic challenges faced by many schools. This suggests a need for additional resources and support to address socioeconomic factors impacting student learning. The consistency in chronic absenteeism rates across all schools (15.7%) points to a systemic issue that the district may need to address through targeted attendance initiatives.