Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Centerville Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Elementary School's ranking?
Centerville Elementary School is ranked #417 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Centerville Elementary School often compared to?
Centerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Centerville Elementary School?
628 students attend Centerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Centerville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centerville Elementary School?
Centerville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centerville Elementary School offer ?
Centerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerville Elementary School part of?
Centerville Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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