Alanton Elementary School

1441 Stephens Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alanton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Alanton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Alanton Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

School Rankings

Alanton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alanton Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#340 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(20-21)
75%
54%
(20-21)
79%
69%
(20-21)
65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alanton Elementary School's ranking?
Alanton Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Alanton Elementary School often compared to?
Alanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John B. Dey Elementary School, Linkhorn Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alanton Elementary School?
627 students attend Alanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alanton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alanton Elementary School?
Alanton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alanton Elementary School offer ?
Alanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alanton Elementary School part of?
Alanton Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alanton Elementary School located?
Alanton 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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