51爆料

Hermitage Elementary School

1701 Pleasure House Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hermitage Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 549 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 73% (Top 50%)
  • : 71% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hermitage Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Mascot
Friendly Viking

School Rankings

Hermitage Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermitage Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#780 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
73%
68%
(20-21)
71%
69%
(20-21)
60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Friendly Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hermitage Elementary School's ranking?
Hermitage Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hermitage Elementary School often compared to?
Hermitage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelton Park Elementary School, Thoroughgood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hermitage Elementary School?
549 students attend Hermitage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hermitage Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermitage Elementary School?
Hermitage Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermitage Elementary School offer ?
Hermitage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hermitage Elementary School part of?
Hermitage Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City 51爆料s.
In what neighborhood is Hermitage Elementary School located?
Hermitage Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 549 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 73% (Top 50%)
  • : 71% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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