Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 78% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Centerville Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville 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
#471 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Elementary School's ranking?
Centerville Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Centerville Elementary School often compared to?
Centerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Centerville Elementary School?
567 students attend Centerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Centerville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centerville Elementary School?
Centerville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centerville Elementary School offer ?
Centerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centerville Elementary School part of?
Centerville Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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