Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, B.c. Charles 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 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B.c. Charles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
B.c. Charles Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
B.C. Charles Elementary School will prepare our students to think critically, reason logically, collaborate productively, and use technology effectively in a competitive global society.
School Rankings
B.c. Charles Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B.c. Charles Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1542 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
37%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Newport News City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B.c. Charles Elementary School's ranking?
B.c. Charles Elementary School is ranked #1542 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are B.c. Charles Elementary School often compared to?
B.c. Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph H. Saunders Elementary School, L.f. Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend B.c. Charles Elementary School?
388 students attend B.c. Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of B.c. Charles Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B.c. Charles Elementary School?
B.c. Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does B.c. Charles Elementary School offer ?
B.c. Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is B.c. Charles Elementary School part of?
B.c. Charles Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is B.c. Charles Elementary School located?
B.c. Charles Elementary School is located in the Charles neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Charles.
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