Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tarrallton 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarrallton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tarrallton Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
LEARN, LEAD, LAUGH...
School Rankings
Tarrallton 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 Tarrallton 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#720 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarrallton Elementary School's ranking?
Tarrallton Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tarrallton Elementary School often compared to?
Tarrallton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larrymore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tarrallton Elementary School?
300 students attend Tarrallton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tarrallton Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarrallton Elementary School?
Tarrallton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarrallton Elementary School offer ?
Tarrallton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tarrallton Elementary School part of?
Tarrallton Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarrallton Elementary School located?
Tarrallton Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt Gardens Area neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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