Plaza Elementary School serves 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 49% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
29%
21%
White
51%
44%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Plaza Elementary School?
362 students attend Plaza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Plaza Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plaza Elementary School?
Plaza Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plaza Elementary School offer ?
Plaza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Plaza Elementary School part of?
Plaza Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools.
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