Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thoroughgood 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 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thoroughgood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thoroughgood Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thoroughgood 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 Thoroughgood Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#98 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoroughgood Elementary School's ranking?
Thoroughgood Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thoroughgood Elementary School often compared to?
Thoroughgood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermitage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thoroughgood Elementary School?
749 students attend Thoroughgood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Thoroughgood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thoroughgood Elementary School?
Thoroughgood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thoroughgood Elementary School offer ?
Thoroughgood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thoroughgood Elementary School part of?
Thoroughgood Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Thoroughgood Elementary School located?
Thoroughgood Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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