Serving 1,345 students in grades 2-8, Old Donation School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Donation School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Donation School's student population of 1,345 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
Old Donation School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Donation School is 0.62, 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
#1 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥99%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 Old Donation School's ranking?
Old Donation School is ranked #1 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Old Donation School often compared to?
Old Donation Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Old Donation School?
1,345 students attend Old Donation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Old Donation School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Donation School?
Old Donation School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Old Donation School offer ?
Old Donation School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Donation School part of?
Old Donation School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Donation School located?
Old Donation School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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