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#757 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 41% in state

Bayside High

High School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

4960 Haygood Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Enrollment

1,990

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#757 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#55 of 82

public schools

In district

#55 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

High School in Virginia Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bayside High

Bayside High is a public high school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Bayside High serves approximately 1,990 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Bayside High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation24.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Bayside High — Students at Bayside High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 85.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2017
ELA
85%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2025
Math
87%
ELA
86%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Bayside High Compares

See how Bayside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
59th percentile in VA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
24.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

4960 Haygood Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bayside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Old Donation School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pembroke Meadows Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shelton Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 0.5 mi 7.3
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 0.5 mi 6.8
Bayside Middle Virginia Beach 0.5 mi 7.4
Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach 0.7 mi 4.1
Williams Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 5.0
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 8.9
Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 3.6
FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach 1.1 mi
Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 6.7
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.2 mi
BAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach 1.4 mi
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 8.7
Thoroughgood Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 7.6
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 6.8
ENOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.5 mi
Independence Middle Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 5.9
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 6.4
Shelton Park Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 8.5
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 6.5
Hermitage Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,223

Median Home Value

$397,700

Median Rent

$1,610/mo

Population

50,501

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bayside High

What grades does Bayside High serve?

Bayside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bayside High?

Bayside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,990 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Bayside High is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bayside High rank in VA?

Bayside High ranks #757 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Bayside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Bayside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayside High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bayside High a charter school?

No, Bayside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bayside High a Title I school?

No, Bayside High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayside High?

79.8% of students at Bayside High 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,990
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

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

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