Strawbridge Elementary School

2553 Strawbridge Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Strawbridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Strawbridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Strawbridge Elementary School's student population of 610 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026

School Rankings

Strawbridge 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 Strawbridge Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#180 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
85%
68%
(20-21)
86%
69%
(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Virginia Beach City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Strawbridge Elementary School's ranking?
Strawbridge Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Strawbridge Elementary School often compared to?
Strawbridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Strawbridge Elementary School?
610 students attend Strawbridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Strawbridge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strawbridge Elementary School?
Strawbridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strawbridge Elementary School offer ?
Strawbridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Strawbridge Elementary School part of?
Strawbridge Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • : 86% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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