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Poquoson city

Virginia · Public K-12

Poquoson city's 4 public schools sit inside Virginia and collectively enroll about 2,030 K-12 students across 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Poquoson city

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,030
-75 (-4%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
84%
was 92%
% Hispanic
6%
was 3%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
4
1 districts
Enrollment
2,030
NCES CCD
Median income
$120,972
Above Virginia avg
Free/reduced lunch
23.7%
Below Virginia avg
Elementary
2
892 students
Middle
1
491 students
High
1
647 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Poquoson City Public Schools
2,030 students · 1 district in Poquoson city

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Poquoson city residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
90%
Hispanic
4%
Black
2%
Asian
2%
Two or more
5%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
84%
Hispanic
6%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
7%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
36.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
3.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.2%
civilian labor
Median age
41
23.0% under 18

Test scores in Poquoson city

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Virginia state average: 74.2%.

Top 3 schools (ELA)
  1. Poquoson High· 93.0%
  2. Poquoson Middle· 89.0%
  3. Poquoson Elementary· 80.0%

See all 3 schools in Poquoson city ranked by score →

All schools (4)

NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Poquoson HighPoquosonHigh09-12647·
Poquoson MiddlePoquosonMiddle06-08491·
Poquoson ElementaryPoquosonElementary03-05475·
Poquoson PrimaryPoquosonElementaryPK-02417·

Cities in Poquoson city

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About Poquoson city

Poquoson city is a small county of about 12,639 residents in Virginia. Its public-school system serves approximately 2,030 students across 4 schools.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $120,972, about 36% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the poverty rate is around 4%. That income level is 58% above the Virginia median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Poquoson city spans 2 elementary schools (892 students), 1 middle school (491), and 1 high school (647).

Poquoson City Public Schools dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 2,030 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Poquoson city has declined 4% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,105 students to 2,030. The White share of public-school enrollment shrank from 92% to 84%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Poquoson city discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Poquoson city?
Poquoson city, Virginia has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,030 students.
How many high schools are in Poquoson city?
Poquoson city, Virginia has 1 public high school, serving approximately 647 students.
How many middle schools are in Poquoson city?
Poquoson city, Virginia has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 491 students.
How many elementary schools are in Poquoson city?
Poquoson city, Virginia has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 892 students.
What is the largest school district in Poquoson city?
Poquoson City Public Schools is the largest school district in Poquoson city, serving approximately 2,030 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Poquoson city?
Poquoson city has roughly 12,639 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Poquoson city?
Median household income in Poquoson city is $120,972, above the Virginia average of $76,527. About 3.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Poquoson city?
Approximately 36.3% of adults 25 and older in Poquoson city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Poquoson city qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 23.7% of students in Poquoson city public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Virginia county average of 75.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Poquoson city schools?
Across Poquoson city public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.4 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data