Serving 609 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Simonsdale 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 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simonsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Simonsdale Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Simonsdale 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 Simonsdale Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1316 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
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 Simonsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Simonsdale Elementary School is ranked #1316 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Simonsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Simonsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hodges Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Simonsdale Elementary School?
609 students attend Simonsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Simonsdale Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simonsdale Elementary School?
Simonsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simonsdale Elementary School offer ?
Simonsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simonsdale Elementary School part of?
Simonsdale Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
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