Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacox 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 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JACOX Elementary serves the southern part of Norfolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacox Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Jacox 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 Jacox Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1768 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
88%
21%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacox Elementary School's ranking?
Jacox Elementary School is ranked #1768 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jacox Elementary School often compared to?
Jacox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coleman Place Elementary School, Richard Bowling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jacox Elementary School?
596 students attend Jacox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jacox Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacox Elementary School?
Jacox Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacox Elementary School offer ?
Jacox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacox Elementary School part of?
Jacox Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacox Elementary School located?
Jacox Elementary School is located in the Bruces Park neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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