Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shelton Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelton Park Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelton Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Shelton Park Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelton Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelton Park Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#488 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelton Park Elementary School's ranking?
Shelton Park Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Shelton Park Elementary School often compared to?
Shelton Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermitage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Shelton Park Elementary School?
416 students attend Shelton Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Shelton Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelton Park Elementary School?
Shelton Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shelton Park Elementary School offer ?
Shelton Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelton Park Elementary School part of?
Shelton Park Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Shelton Park Elementary School located?
Shelton Park 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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