Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birdneck Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Birdneck Elementary serves the northeast part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birdneck Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Birdneck Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birdneck Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1496 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
30%
21%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdneck Elementary School's ranking?
Birdneck Elementary School is ranked #1496 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Birdneck Elementary School often compared to?
Birdneck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seatack Elementary An Achievable Dream Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Birdneck Elementary School?
584 students attend Birdneck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Birdneck Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birdneck Elementary School?
Birdneck Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdneck Elementary School offer ?
Birdneck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birdneck Elementary School part of?
Birdneck Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Birdneck Elementary School located?
Birdneck Elementary School is located in the Dam Neck neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Dam Neck.
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