Achievable Dream Academy

726 16th St.
Newport News, VA 23607
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Achievable Dream Academy 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 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 621 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Achievable Dream Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Achievable Dream Academy's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings

Achievable Dream Academy 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 Achievable Dream Academy is 0.29, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1630 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
22%
54%
(20-21)
48%
69%
(20-21)
30-34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
84%
22%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Achievable Dream Academy's ranking?
Achievable Dream Academy is ranked #1630 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Achievable Dream Academy often compared to?
Achievable Dream Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park Elementary School, David A. Dutrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Achievable Dream Academy?
621 students attend Achievable Dream Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Achievable Dream Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievable Dream Academy?
Achievable Dream Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Achievable Dream Academy offer ?
Achievable Dream Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievable Dream Academy part of?
Achievable Dream Academy is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievable Dream Academy located?
Achievable Dream Academy 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 621 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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