Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Landstown 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 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Landstown Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Landstown Elementary School's student population of 632 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Landstown 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 Landstown Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#640 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
22%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Landstown Elementary School's ranking?
Landstown Elementary School is ranked #640 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Landstown Elementary School often compared to?
Landstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Landstown Elementary School?
632 students attend Landstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Landstown Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Landstown Elementary School?
Landstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Landstown Elementary School offer ?
Landstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Landstown Elementary School part of?
Landstown Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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