Needs Improvement
#1712 of 1,851 schools in VA
Denbigh Early Childhood Center
School · Newport News City Public Schools
15638 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23608
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 36 schools in Newport News. Learn more
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,712 of 1,851
In Newport News
#32 of 39
public schools
In district
#33 of 40
Newport News City Public Schools
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Denbigh Early Childhood Center
School in Newport News · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Denbigh Early Childhood Center
Denbigh Early Childhood Center is a public school in Newport News, VA, part of Newport News City Public Schools. Denbigh Early Childhood Center serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Denbigh Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 1,851 schools in VA.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Denbigh Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Denbigh Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15638 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denbigh Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. York High (rated 9.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), which scores notably higher. Another option is NNBHC-THE ACADEMY AT LEE HALL (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, York River Academy (rated 7.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| General Stanford Elementary Ft. Eustis | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Mary Passage Middle Newport News | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Stoney Run Elementary Newport News | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Richneck Elementary Newport News | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Woodside High Newport News | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Knollwood Meadows Elementary Newport News | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Denbigh High Newport News | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News | 2.7 mi | — |
| NNBHC-THE ACADEMY AT LEE HALL Newport News | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| T. Ryland Sanford Elementary Newport News | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DENBIGH CHILD DEVT CENTER AND Newport News | 3.5 mi | — |
| Yorktown Elementary Yorktown | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Willis A. Jenkins Elementary Newport News | 4.3 mi | 4.8 |
| York High Yorktown | 4.2 mi | 9.1 |
| York River Academy Yorktown | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,556
Median Home Value
$243,300
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
43,841
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
33.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denbigh Early Childhood Center
What grades does Denbigh Early Childhood Center serve?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Denbigh Early Childhood Center?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denbigh Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Denbigh Early Childhood Center is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denbigh Early Childhood Center rank in VA?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center ranks #1,712 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Denbigh Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Denbigh Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Denbigh Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denbigh Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Denbigh Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denbigh Early Childhood Center?
100.3% of students at Denbigh Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Newport News city
- Phone
- (757) 886-7789
Resources & Links
District
Newport News City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,183
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,082
- District Rank
- #33 of 40
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