Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newsome Park 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 27% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newsome Park Elementary serves the southeast part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newsome Park Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newsome Park 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 Newsome Park Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1771 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
85%
21%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newsome Park Elementary School's ranking?
Newsome Park Elementary School is ranked #1771 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Newsome Park Elementary School often compared to?
Newsome Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Johnson Elementary School, Achievable Dream Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Newsome Park Elementary School?
386 students attend Newsome Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newsome Park Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newsome Park Elementary School?
Newsome Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newsome Park Elementary School offer ?
Newsome Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Newsome Park Elementary School part of?
Newsome Park Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Newsome Park Elementary School located?
Newsome Park Elementary School is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 14 other public schools located in South Newport News.
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