Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trantwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trantwood Elementary serves the northern part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trantwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trantwood Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trantwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trantwood Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#262 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
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
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)7.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trantwood Elementary School's ranking?
Trantwood Elementary School is ranked #262 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Trantwood Elementary School often compared to?
Trantwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John B. Dey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% 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 Trantwood Elementary School?
561 students attend Trantwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Trantwood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trantwood Elementary School?
Trantwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trantwood Elementary School offer ?
Trantwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trantwood Elementary School part of?
Trantwood Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Trantwood Elementary School located?
Trantwood Elementary School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
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