Best High Schools in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA has 3 high schools with 2,676 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Downtown Norfolk score 51% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 42% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Downtown Norfolk greatly exceed expectations.

1. Matthew Fontaine Maury High

A-

SchoolGrade

61%

Actual Test Scores

56%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Exceeds Expectations

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1697 Students

2. Booker T Washington High

B-

SchoolGrade

40%

Actual Test Scores

26%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Greatly Exceeds Expectations

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 947 Students

Best Middle Schools in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA has 2 middle schools with 1,585 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Downtown Norfolk score 31% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 27% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Downtown Norfolk exceed expectations.

1. Academy For Discovery At Lakewood

A

SchoolGrade

63%

Actual Test Scores

47%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Greatly Exceeds Expectations

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades 3 - 8 • 719 Students

2. Blair Middle

B

SchoolGrade

44%

Actual Test Scores

37%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Greatly Exceeds Expectations

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 1149 Students

3. William H. Ruffner Middle

D-

SchoolGrade

17%

Actual Test Scores

17%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 436 Students

Best Elementary Schools in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA has 3 elementary schools with 1,061 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Downtown Norfolk score 63% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 26% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Downtown Norfolk greatly exceed expectations.

1. P.b. Young Sr. Elementary

N/A

SchoolGrade

N/A

Actual Test Scores

17%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:N/A

Norfolk City Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 2 • 228 Students

2. First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School

N/A

SchoolGrade

N/A

Actual Test Scores

14%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:N/A

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School • Private • Grades Pre K - 5 • 114 Students

Education & Community Snapshot in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Neighborhood-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.

Community Factors

Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA has a total population of 6,536 with 22% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 93%, and 51% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Students in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

5,322

K-12 Students

High School Graduates

93%

Adults 25+ with HS diplomas

College Graduates

51%

Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher

Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA.

Safety

Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.

Overall Crime Grade

F

69.18 per 1,000 Residents

Violent Crime Grade

D+

6.62 per 1,000 Residents

Property Crime Grade

F

62.56 per 1,000 Residents

Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA.

Connectivity

Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA.

ISP Report Card

C-

Internet Infrastructure Grade

Average Download Speed

1,868 Mbps

Speed Most Residents Can Get

Digital Connectivity Index

53 / 100

ISP Connectivity Demand Report

To read more about these statistics, please visit Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA Internet Health Assessment.

Best Schools in Cities Near Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Explore nearby cities to widen your school search.

Ghent Square, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 56%
  • Projected Test Scores: 40%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Ghent, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 56%
  • Projected Test Scores: 38%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Central Brambleton, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 38%
  • Projected Test Scores: 31%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Lindenwood, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 40%
  • Projected Test Scores: 35%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Park Place, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 46%
  • Projected Test Scores: 40%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Colonial Place Riverview, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 54%
  • Projected Test Scores: 45%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Highland Park, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 56%
  • Projected Test Scores: 46%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Ballentine Place, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 43%
  • Projected Test Scores: 37%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Lamberts Point, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 56%
  • Projected Test Scores: 46%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations
Fairmont Park, Norfolk, VA

  • Actual Test Scores: 44%
  • Projected Test Scores: 39%
  • Teacher Grade: Greatly Exceeds Expectations