Serving 124 students in grades 3-5, Tidewater 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 was 40-44% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
95%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 13-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 Tidewater Park Elementary School's ranking?
Tidewater Park Elementary School is ranked #1723 out of 1,773 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tidewater Park Elementary School?
124 students attend Tidewater Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Tidewater Park Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tidewater Park Elementary School?
Tidewater Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tidewater Park Elementary School offer ?
Tidewater Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tidewater Park Elementary School part of?
Tidewater Park Elementary School is part of Norfolk City Public Schools.
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