Below Average
#1413 of 1,851 schools in VA
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary
Elementary School · Newport News City Public Schools
80 Menchville Road, Newport News, VA 23602
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,413 of 1,851
In Newport News
#14 of 39
public schools
In district
#15 of 40
Newport News City Public Schools
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About Willis A. Jenkins Elementary
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary is a public elementary school in Newport News, VA, part of Newport News City Public Schools. Willis A.
Jenkins Elementary serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Willis A. Jenkins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,413 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Willis A. Jenkins Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Willis A. Jenkins Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Willis A. Jenkins Elementary — Students at Willis A. Jenkins Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Willis A. Jenkins Elementary Compares
See how Willis A. Jenkins 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
80 Menchville Road, Newport News, VA 23602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willis A. Jenkins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard T. Yates Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, T. Ryland Sanford Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DENBIGH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport News | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH DENBIGH CHILD DEVT CENTER AND Newport News | 0.9 mi | — |
| Menchville High Newport News | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| B.C. Charles Elementary Newport News | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| T. Ryland Sanford Elementary Newport News | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Richard T. Yates Elementary Newport News | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Denbigh High Newport News | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| L.F. Palmer Elementary Newport News | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Kiln Creek Elementary Newport News | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Stoney Run Elementary Newport News | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| HAMPTON ROADS ACADEMY Newport News | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News | 2.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Newport News | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Hidenwood Elementary Newport News | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Knollwood Meadows Elementary Newport News | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News | 3.2 mi | — |
| HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary Passage Middle Newport News | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Richneck Elementary Newport News | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,487
Median Home Value
$270,200
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
42,699
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centre Ridge Elementary Centreville, VA | 4.8 |
| John C. Myers Elementary Broadway, VA | 4.8 |
| Norview Elementary Norfolk, VA | 4.8 |
| Orange Elementary Orange, VA | 4.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 4.8 |
| Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary Winchester, VA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willis A. Jenkins Elementary
What grades does Willis A. Jenkins Elementary serve?
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willis A. Jenkins Elementary?
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willis A. Jenkins Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willis A. Jenkins Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willis A. Jenkins Elementary rank in VA?
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary ranks #1,413 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Willis A. Jenkins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Willis A. Jenkins Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willis A. Jenkins Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Willis A. Jenkins Elementary a charter school?
No, Willis A. Jenkins Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willis A. Jenkins Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willis A. Jenkins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willis A. Jenkins Elementary?
97.7% of students at Willis A. Jenkins 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
- 472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Newport News city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (757) 881-5400
Resources & Links
District
Newport News City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,183
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,082
- District Rank
- #15 of 40
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