Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larrymore 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 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larrymore Elementary serves the northeast part of Norfolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most students living within 0.8 miles of its edges and the furthest point being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larrymore Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
Larrymore 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 Larrymore Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1168 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
42%
21%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larrymore Elementary School's ranking?
Larrymore Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Larrymore Elementary School often compared to?
Larrymore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarrallton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Larrymore Elementary School?
584 students attend Larrymore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Larrymore Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larrymore Elementary School?
Larrymore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Larrymore Elementary School offer ?
Larrymore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Larrymore Elementary School part of?
Larrymore Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Larrymore Elementary School located?
Larrymore Elementary School is located in the Larrymore Lawns neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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