Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, David A. Dutrow 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 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David A. Dutrow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
David A. Dutrow Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David A. Dutrow 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 David A. Dutrow 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
#1562 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
50%
22%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David A. Dutrow Elementary School's ranking?
David A. Dutrow Elementary School is ranked #1562 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are David A. Dutrow Elementary School often compared to?
David A. Dutrow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park Elementary School, Achievable Dream Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend David A. Dutrow Elementary School?
380 students attend David A. Dutrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of David A. Dutrow Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 13% 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 David A. Dutrow Elementary School?
David A. Dutrow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does David A. Dutrow Elementary School offer ?
David A. Dutrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is David A. Dutrow Elementary School part of?
David A. Dutrow Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is David A. Dutrow Elementary School located?
David A. Dutrow Elementary School is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2019
I know Dutrow had some issues in the past, enough so that I was worried about sending my child here. However, after five years, I am so glad and grateful I took a chance on this school. It has been wonderful for my kids, who are at opposite ends of the needs scale one gifted and one who struggled. Both of them love it there and feel loved. I won't act like it's perfect, No school is. However, I would probably rank it in the top five elementary schools at NNPS. Considering that Dutrow obviously doesn't get the support or aid other elementary schools in the district do (either from the district itself or from fund-raising), that's impressive. What''s improved in this school has been because of the hard work of the faculty, staff, and parents, and it's paid off.
5 9/20/2018
Dutrow was a great school and I wanted to go back to my zoned school but I learned alot from it but Dutrow had to much drama and thanks to my Social Teacher Who helped me stay out of drama so I can have a good reputation and wont get suspended I graduated from Dutrow this year im going to miss but im glad to move on.
2 11/24/2008
My children have learned very little over the last two years. There are no extracurricular activties and the academics do not seem suited to the needs of the students. The school open pods are noisy and many students are disruptive and disrespectful. The Principal and Vice Principal do very little to curb these actions. Lack of parental involvement. Many of the new teachers seems to be struggling with this sort of enviroment. Many of the veteran teachers are just waiting for retirement.
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