Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John B. Dey Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: John B. Dey Elementary serves the northern part of Virginia Beach, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John B. Dey Elementary 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
John B. Dey Elementary School's student population of 744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Motto
Empowering every student to succeed
School Rankings
John B. Dey Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John B. Dey Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#92 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John B. Dey Elementary School's ranking?
John B. Dey Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are John B. Dey Elementary School often compared to?
John B. Dey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alanton Elementary School, Trantwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend John B. Dey Elementary School?
744 students attend John B. Dey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of John B. Dey Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B. Dey Elementary School?
John B. Dey Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does John B. Dey Elementary School offer ?
John B. Dey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John B. Dey Elementary School part of?
John B. Dey Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is John B. Dey Elementary School located?
John B. Dey Elementary 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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