Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hidenwood 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 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hidenwood Elementary serves the southern part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hidenwood Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Hidenwood 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 Hidenwood 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
#1653 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)19.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Hidenwood Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hidenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Hidenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hidenwood Elementary School?
476 students attend Hidenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hidenwood Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hidenwood Elementary School?
Hidenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hidenwood Elementary School offer ?
Hidenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hidenwood Elementary School part of?
Hidenwood Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hidenwood Elementary School located?
Hidenwood Elementary School is located in the Hidenwood neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing. Yes teachers can be strict, but we don''t realize that when they do it helps us students out a lot. At Hidenwood every day teachers and students will get smarter, and smarter. I love our new principle Mr. Andrew Perry e is very nice, but do the wrong thing you will have warnings but you will also have talks. At Hidenwood safety is important, that''s why you have to listen carefully and follow the rules. We do a lot of fun activities here and the teachers make it better. I love my Teacher Ms.Baker because if you don''t know anything she will take the time to break it down for you so you will get a high score. This is why I highly Recommend your child coming to this school. P.S we have tag and E.D classes so no one will be left out or behind and everyone has friends.
1 10/10/2025
I never leave reviews for school, but this one is an exception. It is more like a prison for children. NNPS is very bad overall and this is near the bottom of the heap.
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