The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Virginia Beach for 2026 are Windsor Woods Elementary (9.2/10), Creeds Elementary (8.9/10), and Pembroke Meadows Elementary (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 54 elementary schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Virginia Beach ranks 55 elementary schools, giving families a wide field to compare. Trantwood Elementary leads the group with an 8.4/10 composite score, followed closely by Creeds Elementary at 8.1 and King's Grant Elementary at 8.0. The citywide average sits at 5.8/10, so the gap between a typical school and a top performer is meaningful — worth understanding before settling on a neighborhood or enrollment option. The table below lets you sort by overall score, test performance, and other key metrics. Fifteen schools — 27% of the ranked total — score 7.0 or higher, forming a clear top tier worth prioritizing if you're drawing up a shortlist. Use the columns to find the strongest academic fit for your child, and click any school name for a full profile with detailed data.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.2
- 28.9
- 38.7
- 48.7
- 58.7
- 68.6
- 78.6
- 88.5
- 98.5
- 108.5
All 54 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 54
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Windsor Woods ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 436student-teacher ratio 12.5:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 2Creeds ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 323student-teacher ratio 12.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 3Pembroke Meadows ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 495student-teacher ratio 13.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 4Corporate Landing ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 400student-teacher ratio 12.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 5Tallwood ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 539student-teacher ratio 13.5:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 6Princess Anne ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 625student-teacher ratio 16.4:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 7Trantwood ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 525student-teacher ratio 15.0:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 8Kingston ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 517student-teacher ratio 16.2:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 9North Landing ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 446student-teacher ratio 15.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 10Shelton Park ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 462student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 11Glenwood ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 979student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 12Alanton ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 627student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 13Kempsville ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 482student-teacher ratio 13.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 14College Park ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 479student-teacher ratio 12.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 15New Castle ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 723student-teacher ratio 18.5:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 16King's Grant ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 484student-teacher ratio 13.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 17Rosemont Forest ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 504student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 18Three Oaks ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 710student-teacher ratio 17.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 19Christopher Farms ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 616student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 20Fairfield ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 471student-teacher ratio 15.2:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 21Strawbridge ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 615student-teacher ratio 18.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 22Centerville ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 567student-teacher ratio 16.7:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 23John B. Dey ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 734student-teacher ratio 16.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 24Linkhorn Park ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 526student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 25Windsor Oaks ElementaryVirginia Beach City Public Schoolsstudents 492student-teacher ratio 13.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Virginia education department. Rankings are relative to all public elementary schools in Virginia. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Windsor Woods Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
436 students · 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 2% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.3
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 9.1
- 2
Creeds Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
323 students · 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 5% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 8.9
- Environment
- 8.7
- 3
Pembroke Meadows Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
495 students · 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.5
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 7.2
- 4
Corporate Landing Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
400 students · 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.3
- Growth
- 8.9
- Environment
- 8.7
- 5
Tallwood Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
539 students · 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.0
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 6.6
- 6
Princess Anne Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
625 students · 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 8% in Virginia
- Academics
- 9.0
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 5.2
- 7
Trantwood Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
525 students · 15.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 8% in Virginia
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 7.0
- 8
Kingston Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
517 students · 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 9% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.6
- Environment
- 5.4
- 9
North Landing Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
446 students · 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 9% in Virginia
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 5.8
- 10
Shelton Park Elementary
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
462 students · 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 9% in Virginia
- Academics
- 7.8
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 6.9
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Windsor Woods Elementary is the top-rated elementary school in Virginia Beach with a composite score of 9.2/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many elementary schools are in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
Virginia Beach has 83 elementary schools. Of these, 67 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Virginia Beach?
Among 67 Virginia Beach elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 7.0/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Virginia).
How does MySchoolScout rate elementary schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Virginia, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Virginia, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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