Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Providence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Providence Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Providence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1066 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%

Hispanic
13%
19%

Black
17%
22%

White
48%
44%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Elementary School is ranked #1066 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Providence Elementary School often compared to?
Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Providence Elementary School?
542 students attend Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Providence Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence Elementary School?
Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Providence Elementary School offer ?
Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Providence Elementary School part of?
Providence Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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