Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Mill 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
Red Mill Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Red Mill 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 Red Mill Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#122 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

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

Hispanic
8%
19%

Black
4%
22%

White
74%
44%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Red Mill Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Red Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Red Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strawbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Red Mill Elementary School?
557 students attend Red Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Red Mill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Mill Elementary School?
Red Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Mill Elementary School offer ?
Red Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Mill Elementary School part of?
Red Mill Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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