Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Point O' View 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 83% 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: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Point O' View Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Point O' View Elementary School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Motto
Put Students First. Seek Growth. Be Open to Change.
School Rankings
Point O' View 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 Point O' View Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
39%
21%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Point O' View Elementary School's ranking?
Point O' View Elementary School is ranked #1462 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Point O' View Elementary School?
692 students attend Point O' View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Point O' View Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Point O' View Elementary School?
Point O' View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Point O' View Elementary School offer ?
Point O' View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Point O' View Elementary School part of?
Point O' View Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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