Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trantwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trantwood Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trantwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trantwood 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
#463 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
8%
22%
White
73%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trantwood Elementary School's ranking?
Trantwood Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Trantwood Elementary School often compared to?
Trantwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alanton Elementary School, John B. Dey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Trantwood Elementary School?
511 students attend Trantwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Trantwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trantwood Elementary School?
Trantwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trantwood Elementary School offer ?
Trantwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Trantwood Elementary School part of?
Trantwood Elementary School is part of Va Beach City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Trantwood Elementary School located?
Trantwood Elementary School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
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