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Bayside 6th Grade Campus

Middle School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

4722 Jericho Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

3.6

Grades

6th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,691 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#82 of 82

public schools

In district

#82 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bayside 6th Grade Campus

3.6/10

Middle School in Virginia Beach · grades 6th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bayside 6th Grade Campus

Bayside 6th Grade Campus is a public middle school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Bayside 6th Grade Campus serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 6th-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayside 6th Grade Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Bayside 6th Grade Campus show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

How it compares3.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.6
  • VA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Bayside 6th Grade Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Bayside 6th Grade Campus — Students at Bayside 6th Grade Campus score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2017
ELA
74%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.

How Bayside 6th Grade Campus Compares

See how Bayside 6th Grade Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
9th percentile in VA
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4722 Jericho Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bayside 6th Grade Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Old Donation School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bayside Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Independence Middle (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach 0.1 mi 6.7
FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach 0.4 mi
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 8.7
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 8.9
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 0.8 mi
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 6.8
Princess Anne High Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 8.9
Bayside High Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 6.9
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 7.3
Thalia Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 7.3
Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 4.1
IVY LEAGE ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.7
Bayside Middle Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.5
Williams Elementary Virginia Beach 1.4 mi 5.0
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 6.5
BAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach 1.9 mi
Independence Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.9
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 8.2
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,680

Median Home Value

$269,400

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

67,066

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bayside 6th Grade Campus

What grades does Bayside 6th Grade Campus serve?

Bayside 6th Grade Campus serves students in grades 6th through 6th.

How many students attend Bayside 6th Grade Campus?

Bayside 6th Grade Campus has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayside 6th Grade Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Bayside 6th Grade Campus is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bayside 6th Grade Campus rank in VA?

Bayside 6th Grade Campus ranks #1,691 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Bayside 6th Grade Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Bayside 6th Grade Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bayside 6th Grade Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayside 6th Grade Campus has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

Is Bayside 6th Grade Campus a charter school?

No, Bayside 6th Grade Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bayside 6th Grade Campus a Title I school?

No, Bayside 6th Grade Campus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayside 6th Grade Campus?

92.1% of students at Bayside 6th Grade Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 6th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
District Enrollment
64,986
Schools in District
88
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,888
District Rank
#82 of 82

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