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#822 of 1,851 schools in VA

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Pembroke Elementary

Elementary School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

4622 Jericho Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#822 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#58 of 82

public schools

In district

#58 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Pembroke Elementary

6.7/10

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

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3.6/10

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About Pembroke Elementary

Pembroke Elementary is a public elementary school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Pembroke Elementary serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pembroke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #822 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Pembroke Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Pembroke Elementary — Students at Pembroke Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 80.5% (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
93%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2017
ELA
81%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
95%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2025
Math
71.3%
ELA
72.8%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Pembroke Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in VA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

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

4622 Jericho Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pembroke Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pembroke Meadows Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thalia Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach 0.1 mi 3.6
FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach 0.3 mi
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 0.7 mi 8.7
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 0.8 mi
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 8.9
Princess Anne High Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 8.9
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 6.8
Thalia Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 7.3
Bayside High Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 6.9
IVY LEAGE ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.7
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 7.3
Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 4.1
Bayside Middle Virginia Beach 1.4 mi 7.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 5.5
Independence Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.9
BAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARDEN Virginia Beach 1.9 mi
Williams Elementary Virginia Beach 1.5 mi 5.0
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 6.5
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 8.2
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 6.8

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

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G.W. Carver Elementary Salem, VA 6.7
Goochland Elementary Goochland, VA 6.7
Laurel Lane Elementary Williamsburg, VA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pembroke Elementary

What grades does Pembroke Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Pembroke Elementary?

Pembroke Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pembroke Elementary rank in VA?

Pembroke Elementary ranks #822 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Pembroke Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pembroke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Pembroke Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pembroke Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pembroke Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pembroke Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pembroke Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

77.9% of students at Pembroke 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

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

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