Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Calcott Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Calcott Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Motto
Equity and Excellence for Each Child
School Rankings
Mary Calcott Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Calcott Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#720 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Calcott Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Calcott Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mary Calcott Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Calcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School, Bay View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mary Calcott Elementary School?
404 students attend Mary Calcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mary Calcott Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Calcott Elementary School?
Mary Calcott Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Calcott Elementary School offer ?
Mary Calcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Calcott Elementary School part of?
Mary Calcott Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Calcott Elementary School located?
Mary Calcott Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.
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