| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Contact: Nicole Livas |
| Date: 12/09/25 | Phone: 757.263.1075 |
| News Release No. 003 | Fax: 757.263.1010 |
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VBCPS outlines school performance in year one of new state framework |
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The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released school results under Virginia’s redesigned two-part model, which separates Accreditation from the School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). These measures provide a more detailed view of school quality and student outcomes across the state. Accreditation Accreditation in Virginia is no longer determined by SOL test scores, absenteeism rates or graduation rates. Instead, schools are assessed on compliance with operational and regulatory standards as defined in Section 300 of the Virginia Standards of Accreditation. All Virginia Beach City Public schools have met the requirements for Full Accreditation. School Performance and Support Framework Results Under the SPSF, elementary and middle schools earn an overall score based on student mastery, growth and readiness, and high schools earn an overall score based on student mastery, growth and graduation. Scores range from 0 to 100 and are used to assign the following performance categories:
Once the overall framework scores are calculated, rules are applied to determine if the school meets federal requirements for additional support and assistance. The performance category of schools identified for additional support and assistance is lowered by one level. Before federal rules were applied, VBCPS had 19 Distinguished, 51 On Track, and 11 Off Track schools. After the federal rules were applied there were 19 schools identified as Distinguished, 39 as On Track, 14 as Off Track, and 9 as Needs Intensive Support. Federal Support Identifications Virginia identifies schools for varying levels of support based on two factors: overall school performance and performance among specific student groups. These federal designations are meant to ensure that schools receive the targeted assistance needed to improve outcomes for all students. Schools may be identified for:
Under these criteria, no VBCPS schools were identified for CSI, and 21 elementary schools were identified for TSI, based primarily on performance among students with disabilities or English Learners. A TSI designation does not reflect overall school performance; it highlights where additional, focused support is needed. Division Response “I want to begin by recognizing our administrators and teachers, who continue to navigate significant changes to the state’s accountability system with professionalism and care,” said Superintendent Dr. Donald Robertson Jr. “Their hard work shows up every day in our classrooms. These results help us understand where students are thriving and where additional support is needed. We remain committed to partnering with families to make the best decisions for students and to providing high-quality instruction that helps every child learn and grow.” Central support teams at VBCPS are coordinating strategic, data-driven supports, while the VDOE will partner with schools identified as Off Track or Needing Intensive Support to help principals, teachers and other educators improve student outcomes. Learn More Detailed data on each school including information about a school’s federal identification status will be posted on the School Quality Profile. Federal identification status will also be posted on the Virginia Department of Education’s website under Schools Identified for Support and Improvement. For additional information visit the Road to Readiness School Performance and Support Framework Resource Hub on the VDOE website. |
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