Pembroke Meadows Elementary School

820 Cathedral Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pembroke Meadows 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 495 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pembroke Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Pembroke Meadows Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Pembroke Meadows 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 Pembroke Meadows 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#463 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(20-21)
65-69%
54%
(20-21)
75-79%
69%
(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pembroke Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Pembroke Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Meadows Elementary School?
495 students attend Pembroke Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pembroke Meadows Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pembroke Meadows Elementary School?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pembroke Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pembroke Meadows Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pembroke Meadows Elementary School located?
Pembroke Meadows Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 495 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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