Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Bayside Middle 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bayside Middle School's student population of 628 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Bayside Middle 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 Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1299 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
54%
21%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside Middle School's ranking?
Bayside Middle School is ranked #1299 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bayside Middle School often compared to?
Bayside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bayside Middle School?
628 students attend Bayside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bayside Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayside Middle School?
Bayside Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside Middle School offer ?
Bayside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bayside Middle School part of?
Bayside Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside Middle School located?
Bayside Middle School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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