Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville Elementary serves the west part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centerville Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
14%
21%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Elementary School's ranking?
Centerville Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Centerville Elementary School often compared to?
Centerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Centerville Elementary School?
570 students attend Centerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Centerville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville Elementary School?
Centerville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centerville Elementary School offer ?
Centerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centerville Elementary School part of?
Centerville Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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