Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingston Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingston 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
Kingston Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingston Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingston Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2 out of 1792 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingston Elementary School's ranking?
Kingston Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kingston Elementary School often compared to?
Kingston 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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kingston Elementary School?
507 students attend Kingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Kingston Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingston Elementary School?
Kingston Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kingston Elementary School offer ?
Kingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingston Elementary School part of?
Kingston Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kingston Elementary School located?
Kingston Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
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