Very Good
#620 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 33% in state
Based on limited data
Diamond Springs Elementary
Elementary School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools
5225 Learning Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 81 schools in Virginia Beach. Learn more
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#620 of 1,851
In Virginia Beach
#49 of 82
public schools
In district
#49 of 82
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Diamond Springs Elementary
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About Diamond Springs Elementary
Diamond Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Diamond Springs Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Diamond Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #620 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Diamond Springs Elementary Compares
See how Diamond Springs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5225 Learning Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Diamond Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pembroke Meadows Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thoroughgood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bayside Middle Virginia Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bayside High Virginia Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Williams Elementary Virginia Beach | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Old Donation School Virginia Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| ENOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CHESAPEAKE BAY ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Point O' View Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| Thoroughgood Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,680
Median Home Value
$269,400
Median Rent
$1,652/mo
Population
67,066
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A.W.E. Bassette Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.3 |
| Beaverdam Elementary Beaverdam, VA | 7.3 |
| Christiansburg Elementary Christiansburg, VA | 7.3 |
| Christopher C. Kraft Elementary Hampton, VA | 7.3 |
| Escuela Key Elementary Arlington, VA | 7.3 |
| Fairfax Villa Elementary Fairfax, VA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Diamond Springs Elementary
What grades does Diamond Springs Elementary serve?
Diamond Springs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Diamond Springs Elementary?
Diamond Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Diamond Springs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Diamond Springs Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Diamond Springs Elementary rank in VA?
Diamond Springs Elementary ranks #620 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Diamond Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Diamond Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Diamond Springs Elementary a charter school?
No, Diamond Springs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Diamond Springs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Diamond Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diamond Springs Elementary?
92.6% of students at Diamond Springs Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Virginia Beach city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (757) 648-4240
Resources & Links
District
Virginia Beach City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 64,986
- Schools in District
- 88
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #49 of 82
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