Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Lakes 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 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Lakes Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Lakes Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Put Students First. Seek Growth. Be Open to Change. Do Great Work Together. Value Differences.
School Rankings
Indian Lakes 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 Indian Lakes 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
#1154 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
22%
21%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Indian Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Providence Elementary School, Kempsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Indian Lakes Elementary School?
516 students attend Indian Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Indian Lakes Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Lakes Elementary School?
Indian Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Indian Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Lakes Elementary School part of?
Indian Lakes Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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