Summary:
The 23504 zip code area of Norfolk, Virginia is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Norfolk City Public Schools district. While the schools face significant challenges, with high rates of poverty and low academic performance compared to state averages, a few standout schools show promise.
Lindenwood Elementary is the highest-performing school in the area, ranking 869 out of 1,114 Virginia elementary schools. It has the strongest academic results, with 55-75% of students proficient or better in math, reading, and science on SOL tests. Richard Bowling Elementary also stands out, performing above the district and state averages on several SOL tests, including 57% proficient or better in 3rd grade reading and 54% in 4th grade reading. Meanwhile, Booker T. Washington High School, the only high school in the 23504 zip code, performed better than the district average on several SOL tests, including 83% proficient or better in 10th grade Algebra I.
However, the data reveals stark disparities in academic performance across the schools, with some struggling to reach even single-digit proficiency rates on state tests. These challenges are likely exacerbated by the high rates of economic disadvantage, with all schools serving student populations that are 87% to 99% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. While the overall picture is concerning, the pockets of stronger performance at schools like Lindenwood and Richard Bowling suggest there may be promising practices worth further investigation to support student success in this high-need area.
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