Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority 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: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Holland Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holland 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
#868 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
40%
22%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holland Elementary School's ranking?
Holland Elementary School is ranked #868 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Holland Elementary School often compared to?
Holland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Holland Elementary School?
460 students attend Holland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Holland Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holland Elementary School?
Holland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holland Elementary School offer ?
Holland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holland Elementary School part of?
Holland Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
Love this school.
5 2/16/2023
I went to Holland Elementary school years ago and was hoping my babies would go to Holland as well hopefully soon my 8-year-old will when we move. I loved this school I miss my teacher when I went to Holland Ms.Davis she was one of my favorite teachers and I hope that I can see her again one day.
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