Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princess Anne Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princess Anne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Princess Anne Elementary School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Princess Anne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princess Anne Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%

Hispanic
11%
19%

Black
4%
22%

White
71%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princess Anne Elementary School's ranking?
Princess Anne Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Princess Anne Elementary School often compared to?
Princess Anne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Landing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Princess Anne Elementary School?
625 students attend Princess Anne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Princess Anne Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princess Anne Elementary School?
Princess Anne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Anne Elementary School offer ?
Princess Anne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Princess Anne Elementary School part of?
Princess Anne Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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