Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Landstown 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 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Landstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Landstown Elementary School's student population of 676 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Landstown 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 Landstown Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#425 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
22%
22%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Landstown Elementary School's ranking?
Landstown Elementary School is ranked #425 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Landstown Elementary School often compared to?
Landstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Landstown Elementary School?
676 students attend Landstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Landstown Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Landstown Elementary School?
Landstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Landstown Elementary School offer ?
Landstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Landstown Elementary School part of?
Landstown Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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