Serving 798 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Shores 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Shores Elementary serves the northeast part of Suffolk, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive of the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.8 miles, and the furthest edge is located 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Shores Elementary School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Northern Shores 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 Northern Shores Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#551 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
42%
21%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Shores Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Shores Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northern Shores Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Shores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northern Shores Elementary School?
798 students attend Northern Shores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northern Shores Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Shores Elementary School?
Northern Shores Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northern Shores Elementary School offer ?
Northern Shores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Shores Elementary School part of?
Northern Shores Elementary School is part of Suffolk City School District.
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