Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thalia 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 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thalia Elementary serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thalia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thalia Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Put Students First. Seek Growth. Be Open to Change. Do Great Work Together. Value Differences.
School Rankings
Thalia 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 Thalia Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#735 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thalia Elementary School's ranking?
Thalia Elementary School is ranked #735 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thalia Elementary School often compared to?
Thalia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thoroughgood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thalia Elementary School?
590 students attend Thalia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Thalia Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thalia Elementary School?
Thalia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thalia Elementary School offer ?
Thalia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thalia Elementary School part of?
Thalia Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Thalia Elementary School located?
Thalia Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
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