Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kempsville Meadows 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kempsville Meadows Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#755 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
30%
22%
White
37%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Kempsville Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School is ranked #755 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kempsville Meadows Elementary School?
442 students attend Kempsville Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kempsville Meadows Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kempsville Meadows Elementary School?
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kempsville Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kempsville Meadows Elementary School part of?
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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