Linkhorn Park Elementary School

977 First Colonial Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linkhorn Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Linkhorn Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Linkhorn Park Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Linkhorn Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linkhorn Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#459 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(20-21)
66%
54%
(20-21)
80%
69%
(20-21)
75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Linkhorn Park Elementary School's ranking?
Linkhorn Park Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Linkhorn Park Elementary School often compared to?
Linkhorn Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alanton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Linkhorn Park Elementary School?
526 students attend Linkhorn Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Linkhorn Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linkhorn Park Elementary School?
Linkhorn Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linkhorn Park Elementary School offer ?
Linkhorn Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linkhorn Park Elementary School part of?
Linkhorn Park Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Linkhorn Park Elementary School located?
Linkhorn Park Elementary School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.

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5   10/20/2022
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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