Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Katherine Johnson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine Johnson Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1705 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
60%
22%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1705 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Katherine Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newsome Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Elementary School?
526 students attend Katherine Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Katherine Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Elementary School?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Katherine Johnson Elementary School part of?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine Johnson Elementary School located?
Katherine Johnson Elementary School is located in the Lee Hall neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lee Hall.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
I moved to Virginia two years ago and my son started lee hall for kindergarten! I simply love this school and he does as well. They truly care about learning and the principle there is hands on. I can appreciate that.
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