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Green Run Elementary

Elementary School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

1200 Green Garden Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,035 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#65 of 82

public schools

In district

#65 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Green Run Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Virginia Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Green Run Elementary

Green Run Elementary is a public elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Green Run Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Green Run Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Green Run Elementary — Students at Green Run Elementary score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2017
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
64.8%
ELA
64.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Green Run Elementary Compares

See how Green Run Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in VA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1200 Green Garden Circle, Virginia Beach, VA 23453

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Run Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Windsor Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Castle Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christopher Farms Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Holland Elementary Virginia Beach 0.3 mi 7.1
TIDEWATER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 0.5 mi 2.3
Rosemont Elementary Virginia Beach 0.5 mi 7.4
COURTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach 0.7 mi
Green Run High Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 7.2
Green Run Collegiate Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 9.2
Landstown High Virginia Beach 1.5 mi 7.4
Brookwood Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 6.2
Windsor Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 7.9
Landstown Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 6.2
Landstown Elementary Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.8
PLAZA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach 2.2 mi
White Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 7.3
Parkway Elementary Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.4
Plaza Middle Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 7.7
Windsor Woods Elementary Virginia Beach 2.3 mi 9.2
Lynnhaven Elementary Virginia Beach 2.4 mi 6.1
New Castle Elementary Virginia Beach 2.6 mi 8.3
Salem Elementary Virginia Beach 2.5 mi 7.6
Christopher Farms Elementary Virginia Beach 2.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,680

Median Home Value

$322,100

Median Rent

$1,723/mo

Population

34,545

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

35.8

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Kenbridge Elementary Kenbridge, VA 6.1
Lynnhaven Elementary Virginia Beach, VA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Run Elementary

What grades does Green Run Elementary serve?

Green Run Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Green Run Elementary?

Green Run Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Run Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Run Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green Run Elementary rank in VA?

Green Run Elementary ranks #1,035 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Green Run Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Green Run Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Run Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Green Run Elementary a charter school?

No, Green Run Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Green Run Elementary a Title I school?

No, Green Run Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Run Elementary?

74.8% of students at Green Run 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
District Enrollment
64,986
Schools in District
88
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,888
District Rank
#65 of 82

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