Serving 1,377 students in grades 2-8, Old Donation School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Donation 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
Old Donation School's student population of 1,377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Old Donation School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Donation School is 0.64, 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
#1 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
21%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
55%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Donation School's ranking?
Old Donation School is ranked #1 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Old Donation School often compared to?
Old Donation Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Old Donation School?
1,377 students attend Old Donation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Old Donation School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Donation School?
Old Donation School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Donation School offer ?
Old Donation School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Donation School part of?
Old Donation School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Donation School located?
Old Donation School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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