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Landstown Elementary
Elementary School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools
2212 Recreation Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,132 of 1,851
In Virginia Beach
#70 of 82
public schools
In district
#70 of 82
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
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Landstown Elementary
Elementary School in Virginia Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Landstown Elementary
Landstown Elementary is a public elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Landstown Elementary serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Landstown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,132 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Landstown Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Landstown Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Landstown Elementary — Students at Landstown Elementary score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Landstown Elementary Compares
See how Landstown 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
2212 Recreation Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Landstown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Castle Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rosemont Forest Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Landstown Middle Virginia Beach | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Landstown High Virginia Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| New Castle Elementary Virginia Beach | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Salem Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| COURTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Rosemont Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| TIDEWATER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Rosemont Forest Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Green Run Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Parkway Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Green Run Collegiate Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Green Run High Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Holland Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| White Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Glenwood Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Salem High Virginia Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Christopher Farms Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Salem Middle Virginia Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Indian Lakes Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,403
Median Home Value
$455,500
Median Rent
$1,928/mo
Population
60,744
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
89.3%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camelot Elementary Annandale, VA | 5.8 |
| Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg, VA | 5.8 |
| Greenwood Mill Elementary Winchester, VA | 5.8 |
| Halley Elementary Fairfax Station, VA | 5.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Lynchburg, VA | 5.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Landstown Elementary
What grades does Landstown Elementary serve?
Landstown Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Landstown Elementary?
Landstown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Landstown Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Landstown Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Landstown Elementary rank in VA?
Landstown Elementary ranks #1,132 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Landstown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Landstown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Landstown Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Landstown Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Landstown Elementary a charter school?
No, Landstown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Landstown Elementary a Title I school?
No, Landstown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Landstown Elementary?
44.4% of students at Landstown 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Virginia Beach city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (757) 648-2880
Resources & Links
District
Virginia Beach City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 64,986
- Schools in District
- 88
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #70 of 82
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