Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oceanair 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 87% 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: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oceanair Elementary serves the northern part of Norfolk, VA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oceanair Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
LEARN, LEAD, LAUGH
School Rankings
Oceanair 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 Oceanair 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
#1645 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
39%
21%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oceanair Elementary School's ranking?
Oceanair Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oceanair Elementary School often compared to?
Oceanair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oceanair Elementary School?
400 students attend Oceanair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Oceanair Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oceanair Elementary School?
Oceanair Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oceanair Elementary School offer ?
Oceanair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oceanair Elementary School part of?
Oceanair Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceanair Elementary School located?
Oceanair Elementary School is located in the Ocean View neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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