Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Katherine Johnson 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 37% (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 88% 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: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Hall Elementary serves the northwest part of Newport News, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Katherine G. Johnson Elementary Family believes in nurturing learners and leaders through supporting and respecting our students, ourselves, and our community.
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson 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 Katherine Johnson Elementary School is 0.60, 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. 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)37%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)22.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Johnson 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 Katherine Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newsome 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Elementary School?
553 students attend Katherine Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Katherine Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Elementary School?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Katherine Johnson Elementary School part of?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine Johnson Elementary School located?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School is located in the Lee Hall neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lee Hall.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I moved to Virginia two years ago and my son started lee hall for kindergarten! I simply love this school and he does as well. They truly care about learning and the principle there is hands on. I can appreciate that.
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