Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George J. Mcintosh Elementary 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 39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George J. McIntosh Elementary serves the northern part of Newport News, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George J. Mcintosh Elementary 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 George J. Mcintosh Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1702 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
53%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
11%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George J. Mcintosh Elementary School's ranking?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School is ranked #1702 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George J. Mcintosh Elementary School often compared to?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidenwood Elementary School, Deer Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George J. Mcintosh Elementary School?
446 students attend George J. Mcintosh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of George J. Mcintosh Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George J. Mcintosh Elementary School?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George J. Mcintosh Elementary School offer ?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is George J. Mcintosh Elementary School part of?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is George J. Mcintosh Elementary School located?
George J. Mcintosh Elementary School is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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