Best Schools in Newsoms, Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Meherrin Elementary
Elementary · Southampton County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$138,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$138,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Newsoms
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meherrin Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $56,891
- Median home value
- $138,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Newsoms compares
Median household income
$57k
65% of Virginia median
About Schools in Newsoms, Virginia
Newsoms, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Newsoms show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Newsoms is Meherrin Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Newsoms is served by 1 school district: Southampton County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,523 students.
Newsoms's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,891. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 235 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
Schools in Newsoms
Newsoms, Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,891
Median Home Value
$138,300
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
714
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Newsoms has a median household income of $56,891. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,300, with a median rent of $889/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Newsoms, Virginia
How many schools are in Newsoms, Virginia?
Newsoms has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Newsoms, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Newsoms is 5.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Newsoms, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Newsoms on MySchoolScout is Meherrin Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Newsoms, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Newsoms on MySchoolScout is Meherrin Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Newsoms, Virginia?
Newsoms is served by 1 school district: Southampton County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Newsoms, Virginia?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Newsoms have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Newsoms, Virginia?
The median household income in Newsoms is approximately $56,891 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Newsoms, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Newsoms is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Newsoms, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.