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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

3.2

Grades

6th – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Virginia Beach

#81 of 82

public schools

Virginia middle schools

#336 of 340

In district

#81 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Bayside 6th Grade Campus

Bayside 6th Grade Campus serves 316 sixth-grade students in Virginia Beach, offering a focused middle school transition experience with an impressive 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. With 32 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides personalized attention that helps students navigate this crucial academic year. The school earns a solid 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #314 out of 1,856 Virginia schools, placing it in the 83rd percentile statewide.

This strong performance reflects the dedicated educational environment created for students making the important leap from elementary to middle school concepts and expectations. Located at 4722 Jericho Road, Bayside 6th Grade Campus serves a stable Virginia Beach community where the median household income reaches $69,375 and median home values sit at $258,500. The surrounding neighborhood shows strong educational values, with 32% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%.

The school's unique structure as a dedicated sixth-grade campus allows educators to specialize in the developmental and academic needs specific to this age group, creating a supportive bridge between elementary school foundations and the more complex middle school years ahead. Bayside 6th Grade Campus operates within Virginia Beach's large city setting, providing students with both community connection and access to broader educational resources.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Bayside 6th Grade Campus offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.1Significantly Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change-17.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Significantly Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Overall Proficiency45%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected-24.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,119

Bayside 6th Grade Campus — Students at Bayside 6th Grade Campus score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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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 60.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
84%
ELA
75%
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: 1.1/10.

How Bayside 6th Grade Campus Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in VA
Academic
1.9/10
1.9/10
Growth
1.1/10
Below average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

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. Bayside Middle (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Old Donation School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Independence Middle (rated 5.6/10, 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 4.6
FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach 0.4 mi
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 7.4
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 7.6
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 0.8 mi
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 5.2
Princess Anne High Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 8.2
Bayside High Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 7.6
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 7.5
Thalia Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 5.3
Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 4.0
IVY LEAGE ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.7
Bayside Middle Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 8.5
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.5
Williams Elementary Virginia Beach 1.4 mi 3.8
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 5.6
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bayside 6th Grade Campus has a median household income of $69,680. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $269,400, with a median rent of $1,652/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Dogwood Middle Richmond, VA 2.7
Nottoway Intermediate Crewe, VA 4.0
Lebanon Middle Lebanon, VA 4.3
Baldwin Intermediate Manassas, VA 4.4

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 is ranked #1773 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

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

Bayside 6th Grade Campus has a composite rating of 3.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

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

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bayside 6th Grade Campus has 60.5% math proficiency and 63.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

City Safety
High (1,741/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Virginia Beach). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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