Below Average
#1518 of 1,851 schools in VA
James Monroe Elementary
Elementary School · Norfolk City Public Schools
520 W 29th St, Norfolk, VA 23508
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,518 of 1,851
In Norfolk
#36 of 44
public schools
In district
#36 of 44
Norfolk City Public Schools
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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James Monroe Elementary
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About James Monroe Elementary
James Monroe Elementary is a public elementary school in Norfolk, VA, part of Norfolk City Public Schools. James Monroe Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Monroe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,518 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for James Monroe Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, James Monroe Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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James Monroe Elementary — Students at James Monroe Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.6/10.
How James Monroe Elementary Compares
See how James Monroe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
520 W 29th St, Norfolk, VA 23508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Monroe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Herron Taylor Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Larchmont Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Blair Middle Norfolk | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.6 mi | — |
| Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Ghent K-8 Norfolk | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.9 mi | — |
| Walter Herron Taylor Elementary Norfolk | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk | 1.1 mi | — |
| YESHIVA AISH KODOSH TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Norfolk | 1.2 mi | — |
| ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.2 mi | — |
| Larchmont Elementary Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Lindenwood Elementary Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,524
Median Home Value
$384,800
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
20,119
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
23.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Buckingham Co Primary Dillwyn, VA | 4.4 |
| Check Elementary Check, VA | 4.4 |
| McGaheysville Elementary Mcgaheysville, VA | 4.5 |
| Barack Obama Elementary Richmond, VA | 4.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria, VA | 4.3 |
| John M. Gandy Elementary Ashland, VA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Monroe Elementary
What grades does James Monroe Elementary serve?
James Monroe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James Monroe Elementary?
James Monroe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Monroe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at James Monroe Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Monroe Elementary rank in VA?
James Monroe Elementary ranks #1,518 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is James Monroe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
James Monroe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 James Monroe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Monroe Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Monroe Elementary a charter school?
No, James Monroe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Monroe Elementary a Title I school?
No, James Monroe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Monroe Elementary?
100.0% of students at James Monroe 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Norfolk city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (757) 628-3500
Resources & Links
District
Norfolk City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,882
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,341
- District Rank
- #36 of 44
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