Excellent
#351 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 19% in state
John B. Dey Elementary
Elementary School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools
1900 N Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#351 of 1,851
In Virginia Beach
#28 of 82
public schools
In district
#28 of 82
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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John B. Dey Elementary
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About John B. Dey Elementary
John B. Dey Elementary is a public elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. John B.
Dey Elementary serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John B. Dey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for John B. Dey Elementary show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John B. Dey Elementary — Students at John B. Dey Elementary score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 84%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How John B. Dey Elementary Compares
See how John B. Dey Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1900 N Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John B. Dey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trantwood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kingston Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alanton Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Neck Middle Virginia Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Frank W. Cox High Virginia Beach | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Alanton Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Trantwood Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CAPE HENRY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Lynnhaven Middle Virginia Beach | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| First Colonial High Virginia Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Kingston Elementary Virginia Beach | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| King's Grant Elementary Virginia Beach | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Linkhorn Park Elementary Virginia Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - LYNNHAVEN VIRGINIA Virginia Beach | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SUNNYBROOK DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 3.8 mi | — |
| LONDON BRIDGE BAPTIST PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach | 4.2 mi | — |
| Malibu Elementary Virginia Beach | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Independence Middle Virginia Beach | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnhaven Elementary Virginia Beach | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VIRGINIA BEACH FRIENDS SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Plaza Middle Virginia Beach | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach | 4.0 mi | — |
| Thoroughgood Elementary Virginia Beach | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,835
Median Home Value
$401,900
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,773
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Greenfield Elementary North Chesterfield, VA | 8.0 |
| Honaker Elementary Honaker, VA | 8.0 |
| John D. Jenkins Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 8.0 |
| Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church, VA | 8.0 |
| Lovettsville Elementary Lovettsville, VA | 8.0 |
| Occoquan Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John B. Dey Elementary
What grades does John B. Dey Elementary serve?
John B. Dey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John B. Dey Elementary?
John B. Dey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John B. Dey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John B. Dey Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John B. Dey Elementary rank in VA?
John B. Dey Elementary ranks #351 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is John B. Dey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John B. Dey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 John B. Dey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John B. Dey Elementary has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John B. Dey Elementary a charter school?
No, John B. Dey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John B. Dey Elementary a Title I school?
No, John B. Dey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B. Dey Elementary?
21.1% of students at John B. Dey Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Virginia Beach city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (757) 648-2440
Resources & Links
District
Virginia Beach City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 64,986
- Schools in District
- 88
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #28 of 82
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