Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suburban Park 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 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Suburban Park Elementary serves the northern part of Norfolk, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Suburban Park Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suburban Park 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 Suburban Park Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1640 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
60%
21%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suburban Park Elementary School's ranking?
Suburban Park Elementary School is ranked #1640 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Suburban Park Elementary School?
415 students attend Suburban Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Suburban Park Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suburban Park Elementary School?
Suburban Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Suburban Park Elementary School offer ?
Suburban Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Suburban Park Elementary School part of?
Suburban Park Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Suburban Park Elementary School located?
Suburban Park Elementary School is located in the Suburban Acres neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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