2024 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Norfolk Area

• Williamsburg, VA•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  107 reviews

Parent: As not only a Walsingham Academy parent but also a teacher and most importantly a practicing Catholic, my experience as part of the community has been second to none. I believe in the power and importance of a faith based education where my children can grow spiritually and morally. Walsingham encourages faith and instills values that they will carry in life forever. The teachers at Walsingham genuinely care for their students and are committed to seeing them succeed. The school provides academic rigor and high-quality education that prepare students for college, equipped with the mental toughness and the academic and social skills needed to excel. Walsingham Academy develops the whole child and allows each to tap into his/her talents and interests from performing arts, numerous clubs, athletics and more. We choose Walsingham because it provides a strong moral foundation and shapes confident, capable, and well-rounded young adults. Go Trojans!... Read 107 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 502

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  678 reviews

Junior: Ocean Lakes has a large variety of classes that other schools in the area do not offer. This includes: sign language, organic and biochemistry, technology classes, and many more! The majority of teachers are capable and great, but some are simply relying on tenure. The building is in decent condition, but has definitely seen better days. There are plenty of resources available to students and the school regularly promotes events to give students more information regarding future paths.... Read 678 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,978

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  532 reviews

Junior: It’s a cool place, most of the teachers here are nice, but I wouldn’t say they really cared about you completely. I don’t know, there’s too many students here for them to genuinely care about every individual student, but they definitely have their favorites. The people here are kind of mean, but depending on who you choose to be friends with, these friendships can last for a WHILE. The best part about Princess Anne High School is the fact it’s right next to town center, and places like Panera, Chipotle, Crumbl, Target, IHop, and more. My favorite part of PA is going to IHop with my friends during SOL week when we have SOL’s. I hope that in the future the teachers can try to care for their students more instead of just brushing them off. I also hope that after PA gets remodeled, the time it takes to get from the portables to our inside classes are shortened, because the amount of times I’ve been late to class because of that has to be a crime!... Read 532 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,705

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  280 reviews

Senior: The school itself is alright - it receives good funding so students receive free tutoring and textbooks in classes, and there's a wide variety of AP classes. As far as rules go, the dress code is relatively lax, and only really reinforced in the hallways; the only strict rule the school has applies to phones, where students are allowed to use them anytime class isn't happening. Many classrooms are bright and well decorated with topics relevant to the content of the class. For the most part, the teachers are nice and supportive, the only exception seeming to be the cold shoulder to Governor's Schools students from certain teachers. Outside of that, the counselors are simply inept when it comes to making schedules, forcing students into classes they aren't comfortable taking and remaining unbudging on the topic, something that needs changing. A high student population means crowded, stifling hallways that make it difficult to get to class on time if two classes are far from each other.... Read 280 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,082

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  318 reviews

Alum: Great sports programs, I played field hockey but I had a lot of friends who played other sports and loved the program and coaches. Most teachers were phenomenal, very caring and helpful to students who struggled. I attended the middle school as well, which is attached, so transitioning from middle to High school was simple. I was also heavily involved in their choral program. I sang in a women's choir and mixed choir as well. This school is also known for its theatre program. People come from other counties just to see our plays and performances. A lot of money is put into our arts programs but also equally our sports. The student's experience is very important to the school and they offer over 50+ clubs so there is a place for almost everyone!... Read 318 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,180

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Chesapeake Public Schools, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  722 reviews

Senior: Grassfield High school gives all students an amazing opportunity to focus on their passions! The school has dozens of knowledgeable teachers who have made it their goal to help you succeed. The teachers are always willing to meet before or after school in case you need extra help, or just want to talk. Grassfield is also home to the Governor's S.T.E.M. Academy. The S.T.E.M. Academy allows students to take college courses in one of three pathways, Engineering and Technology, Programming and Software Development, and Global Entrepreneurship and Technology. The Academy also gives students access to Grassfield's S.T.E.M. Coordinator, Meredith Strahan. She is an indispensable resource that will make her personal responsibility to see you succeed and provide an experience that will make you successful in whatever you decide to pursue. Overall, the opportunities and teachers make Grassfield High school unbeatable.... Read 722 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,289

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 374

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 662

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 635

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3 out of 5  3 reviews

Senior: I t was a typical middle school, however, first year students in 6th grade got their own hallway sand some of the best teachers! Administration was great there, club activities and meetings were always going on, and the chorus teacher is incredible. A pretty great experience! And last thing, the library? The best in the county!... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 890

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 2-8

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  21 reviews

Sophomore: Old Dominion has been a great place from what I have experienced during my freshmen year. Most of the teachers I had the pleasure of learning from were enthusiastic when they were teaching, and had a lot of passion for their subjects. The only downside I would say I had was some of the teachers, like my chemistry teacher, made it very hard to learn the subject at the task. Leading most of the class to have to learn on their own time. If they could change that then my rating of the school would skyrocket.... Read 21 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,304

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 622

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: My child has flourishes at MVES. He enjoys his classmates and teachers. The school communicates very well with the parents and the teachers seem very engaged. I think the school work is fairly rigorous, though I would like to see my son challenges a bit more. The homework seems appropriate. I have not heard of any bullying, fighting, or behavior that would be very distracting to the little learners.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 583

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: I transferred to this school mid-season from Tokyo, and I was really nervous since that was my first time to attend an American public middle school, and my English proficiency level was not very high. However, the students and teachers welcomed me warmly and I was able to adjust to the school nicely and improve my english. I felt like the academic level of this school was in a pretty high range. It could have been better if they had more variety in their food choice other than pizza and sandwich, but overall, I had a great experience at that school.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 881

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 359

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  222 reviews

Senior: From the moment I got to Jamestown, I have felt like I belong there. The education was amazing, the sports, clubs, and even the students. I feel really safe at Jamestown seen even though there have been a few downsides like the time I lost my money there. Turns out I had actually forgotten it and a teacher helped me keep it. Initially I thought someone stole it but it appears that the reputation of this school has not been compromised. Though I enrolled at the school after sophomore year, the environment was still inviting. I would remember how much fun I had with the school spirit days and the club activities compared to my previous years in my former high school. My academics were more challenging and that in itself built me more that I had imagined. With that said, If I were to significantly change anything, it would be the sports team. But, It really is fortunate that I got to have this experience at Jamestown and I hope that all I have learned will be utilized later in my future.... Read 222 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,236

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• York County School Division, VA•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 618

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3.43 out of 5  7 reviews

Alum: I remember it being a school that provided everything I needed to learn comfortably, but also the hard work that you hated as a kid. (even though it works out for the best in the end...)... Read 7 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,029

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 492

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: Througout the whole six years that i was there, i learned all of the necessary thing to go on to middle and high school. I joined chorus and orchestra, and both prepared me for the work needed in secondary school.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 564

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,076

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: Top notch school. Teachers are great and the school is well laid out. one of the newer schools in the area.easy access and plenty of parking.lots of programs for the students to do and well run programs.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 619

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  418 reviews

Senior: Architerurally, the school is great! It is very simple and easy to find classes and is also environmentally friendly. They recycle and use rain storage containers to collect rain water and filter it to use as water fountain water or any other types. It is also the only highschool that offers oceanography in all of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. I have been given many oppurtunities from Floyd E. Kellam to get involved with my school and the surronding community. Junior year was my first year attending and I immediately felt welcome. Making friends was easy and the teachers are all so nice. The teachers always help and make sure that everyone feels and knows they are cared for at Floyd E. Kellam. Additionally, SCA always hosts fun and exciting events that includes all students of Kellam. For example, the pep rallys throughout the year are so fun and are always exciting. Personally, I love going to the pep rallys and seeing the community come together as a whole.... Read 418 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,905

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 453

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Virginia Beach City Public Schools, VA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: My daughter attended kindergarten and first grade at New Castle and I have no complaints besides the student to teacher ratio which is insane. Even with that crutch, my child was happy, encouraged and involved. They have great opportunities for after school activities starting at first grade. There seems to be a lot of testing for first grade but I think that’s a general problem. The school is very diverse, the administration is nice, and her teachers were very responsive to my questions. Starting in first grade children receive an assigned laptop which is an added bonus.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 700

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1