Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W.t. Cooke 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: W.T. Cooke Elementary serves the northeast part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
W.t. Cooke Elementary School's student population of 555 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
W.t. Cooke 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 W.t. Cooke Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)12.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 W.t. Cooke Elementary School's ranking?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend W.t. Cooke Elementary School?
555 students attend W.t. Cooke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of W.t. Cooke Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W.t. Cooke Elementary School?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does W.t. Cooke Elementary School offer ?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is W.t. Cooke Elementary School part of?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is W.t. Cooke Elementary School located?
W.t. Cooke 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.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I absolutely Love this school and its staff. We moved my child from Kempsville Middle and what a change, from education to behavior and so much. We are beyond thankful to all the staff and this school is underrated.
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