Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-8, Great Neck Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Neck Middle serves the northern part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Most students typically enjoy a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the zone's edge being about 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Neck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Neck Middle School's student population of 1,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,039 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Put Students First.
School Rankings
Great Neck Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Neck Middle School is 0.55, 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
#194 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Stingrays
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Neck Middle School's ranking?
Great Neck Middle School is ranked #194 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Neck Middle School often compared to?
Great Neck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princess Anne Middle School, Lynnhaven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Great Neck Middle School?
1,039 students attend Great Neck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Great Neck Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Neck Middle School?
Great Neck Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Neck Middle School offer ?
Great Neck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Neck Middle School part of?
Great Neck Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Neck Middle School located?
Great Neck Middle School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
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