Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christopher Farms 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher Farms Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Christopher Farms 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 Christopher Farms Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#417 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Christopher Farms Elementary School is ranked #417 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Christopher Farms Elementary School often compared to?
Christopher Farms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corporate Landing 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 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Christopher Farms Elementary School?
616 students attend Christopher Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Christopher Farms Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christopher Farms Elementary School?
Christopher Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christopher Farms Elementary School offer ?
Christopher Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Christopher Farms Elementary School part of?
Christopher Farms Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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