Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Mill Elementary serves the eastern part of Virginia Beach, VA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 12 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest point from the school is about 6.1 miles away, while the average distance to the zone's edge is 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Red Mill Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Motto
Red Mill Elementary promotes educational excellence, within a safe and nurturing environment, while encouraging everyone to achieve his/her full potential.
School Rankings
Red Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Mill Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#63 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Red Mill Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Red Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Red Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strawbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Red Mill Elementary School?
586 students attend Red Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Red Mill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Mill Elementary School?
Red Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Mill Elementary School offer ?
Red Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Mill Elementary School part of?
Red Mill Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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