For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 519 students in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Bay View is Bay View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay View Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1434 Bay View Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 531-3030
Norfolk, VA 23503
(757) 531-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk, VA include Bay View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk?
the neighborhood of Bay View, Norfolk public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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