Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arrowhead Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Arrowhead Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arrowhead Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Arrowhead Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arrowhead Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#803 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
27%
21%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chiefs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrowhead Elementary School's ranking?
Arrowhead Elementary School is ranked #803 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arrowhead Elementary School often compared to?
Arrowhead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kempsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Arrowhead Elementary School?
500 students attend Arrowhead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Arrowhead Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrowhead Elementary School?
Arrowhead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arrowhead Elementary School offer ?
Arrowhead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arrowhead Elementary School part of?
Arrowhead Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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