Bayside High School is a public high school located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is in Virginia Beach City Public Schools, and serves 1,990 students as of 2023–24. The school is one of several magnet programs in Virginia Beach, known for its Health Sciences Academy.
Serving 1,990 students in grades 9-12, Bayside High 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bayside High School's student population of 1,990 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Gold, Scarlet
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
Campus Size
20
School Mascot
The Marlin
School Rankings
Bayside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayside High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1167 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Marlin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside High School's ranking?
Bayside High School is ranked #1167 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bayside High School often compared to?
Bayside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Colonial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bayside High School?
The graduation rate of Bayside High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bayside High School?
1,990 students attend Bayside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bayside High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayside High School?
Bayside High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside High School offer ?
Bayside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bayside High School part of?
Bayside High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside High School located?
Bayside High School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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