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Stoney Run Elementary

Elementary School · Newport News City Public Schools

855 Lucas Creek Rd, Newport News, VA 23608

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,776 of 1,851

In Newport News

#34 of 39

public schools

In district

#35 of 40

Newport News City Public Schools

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Stoney Run Elementary

2.9/10

Elementary School in Newport News · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stoney Run Elementary

Stoney Run Elementary is a public elementary school in Newport News, VA, part of Newport News City Public Schools. Stoney Run Elementary serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoney Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,776 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Stoney Run Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency46% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,082
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Stoney Run Elementary — Students at Stoney Run Elementary score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2017
ELA
50%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
46.5%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Stoney Run Elementary Compares

See how Stoney Run Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
4th percentile in VA
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

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

855 Lucas Creek Rd, Newport News, VA 23608

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoney Run Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. General Stanford Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ft. Eustis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richard T. Yates Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, T. Ryland Sanford Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Denbigh High Newport News 0.4 mi 5.8
David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News 0.8 mi 4.6
Knollwood Meadows Elementary Newport News 0.7 mi 5.0
Mary Passage Middle Newport News 1.2 mi 4.5
T. Ryland Sanford Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 5.2
George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News 1.6 mi 2.5
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DENBIGH CHILD DEVT CENTER AND Newport News 1.7 mi
Denbigh Early Childhood Center Newport News 2.2 mi 3.4
Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News 2.2 mi 3.8
General Stanford Elementary Ft. Eustis 2.1 mi 7.3
Richneck Elementary Newport News 2.3 mi 3.6
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary Newport News 2.3 mi 4.8
B.C. Charles Elementary Newport News 2.7 mi 5.0
Menchville High Newport News 2.7 mi 6.5
DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News 2.7 mi
DENBIGH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport News 2.8 mi 6.8
Woodside High Newport News 3.2 mi 7.2
Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News 3.3 mi 2.8
Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News 4.1 mi 3.5
Richard T. Yates Elementary Newport News 3.9 mi 5.7

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

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Edwin A. Gibson Elementary Danville, VA 3.0
Jacob L. Adams Elementary Richmond, VA 3.0
Jacox Elementary Norfolk, VA 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoney Run Elementary

What grades does Stoney Run Elementary serve?

Stoney Run Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Stoney Run Elementary?

Stoney Run Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoney Run Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoney Run Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stoney Run Elementary rank in VA?

Stoney Run Elementary ranks #1,776 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Stoney Run Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoney Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Stoney Run Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoney Run Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stoney Run Elementary a charter school?

No, Stoney Run Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stoney Run Elementary a Title I school?

No, Stoney Run Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stoney Run Elementary?

98.2% of students at Stoney Run 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Newport News city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

Newport News City Public Schools
District Enrollment
26,183
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,082
District Rank
#35 of 40

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