Southside Stem Academy At Campostella

1106 Campostella Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southside Stem Academy At Campostella 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 24% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 701 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Southside Stem Academy At Campostella ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Southside Stem Academy At Campostella's student population of 701 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers

School Rankings

Southside Stem Academy At Campostella ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southside Stem Academy At Campostella is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1739 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
24%
68%
(20-21)
37%
69%
(20-21)
15-19%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
90%
22%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southside Stem Academy At Campostella's ranking?
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella is ranked #1739 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Southside Stem Academy At Campostella?
701 students attend Southside Stem Academy At Campostella.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Southside Stem Academy At Campostella students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southside Stem Academy At Campostella?
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southside Stem Academy At Campostella offer ?
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southside Stem Academy At Campostella part of?
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella is part of Norfolk City School District.

School Reviews

5   11/15/2012
Teachers are dedicated and concerned.
- Posted by Parent - hddj7

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 701 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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