Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery Stem Academy 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 14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Discovery Stem Academy's student population of 550 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Stem Academy 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 Discovery Stem Academy is 0.29, 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
#1742 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
84%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Discovery Stem Academy's ranking?
Discovery Stem Academy is ranked #1742 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Stem Academy?
550 students attend Discovery Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Discovery Stem Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Stem Academy?
Discovery Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Discovery Stem Academy offer ?
Discovery Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery Stem Academy part of?
Discovery Stem Academy is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Stem Academy located?
Discovery Stem Academy is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 14 other public schools located in South Newport News.
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