Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tarrallton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tarrallton Elementary serves the northeast part of Norfolk, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residences located around 0.4 miles from its edge and the furthest point being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tarrallton Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
LEARN, LEAD, LAUGH...
School Rankings
Tarrallton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tarrallton Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#720 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
18%
21%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarrallton Elementary School's ranking?
Tarrallton Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tarrallton Elementary School often compared to?
Tarrallton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larrymore 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tarrallton Elementary School?
286 students attend Tarrallton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tarrallton Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarrallton Elementary School?
Tarrallton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarrallton Elementary School offer ?
Tarrallton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tarrallton Elementary School part of?
Tarrallton Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarrallton Elementary School located?
Tarrallton Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt Gardens Area neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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