Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hermitage 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 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hermitage Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermitage Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermitage 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 Hermitage 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
#780 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Friendly Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermitage Elementary School's ranking?
Hermitage Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hermitage Elementary School often compared to?
Hermitage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thoroughgood Elementary School, Shelton Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hermitage Elementary School?
552 students attend Hermitage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hermitage Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermitage Elementary School?
Hermitage Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermitage Elementary School offer ?
Hermitage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hermitage Elementary School part of?
Hermitage Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hermitage Elementary School located?
Hermitage Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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