Landstown High School Governor's STEM and Technology Academy is a public secondary school located in Virginia Beach, Virginia which first opened in 2001. The school features the Technology Academy and Governor's STEM Academy, two of several magnet programs in Virginia Beach.
Serving 2,212 students in grades 9-12, Landstown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Landstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Landstown High School's student population of 2,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue, Silver
School Rankings
Landstown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Landstown High School is 0.78, which is more 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
#308 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Landstown High School's ranking?
Landstown High School is ranked #308 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Landstown High School often compared to?
Landstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Lakes High School, Floyd Kellam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Landstown High School?
The graduation rate of Landstown High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Landstown High School?
2,212 students attend Landstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Landstown High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Landstown High School?
Landstown High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Landstown High School offer ?
Landstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Landstown High School part of?
Landstown High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
School Reviews
5 8/17/2016
Hi My name is Tammy Robison, My son is Aj which which is going into Kellm High school. While he was at Princess Ann Middle school he was on Honor roll the whole year. His strengths are in science and math. He is taking PE online this summer to get extra credit so that hopefully he will be able to go to ATC and get into cyber security, Naval Architect or Robotics & Engineering. Aj has been in all different kinds of sports such as Taekwondo which he is a 1st degree black belt, He also played baseball, soccer, diving and swimming. He also took courses to be a swim instructor and a life guard. To that he has to learn CPR, First aid and rescue. He volunteers at the VA Beach recreation centers to teach the little kids how to swim which he says he really enjoys that a little more than when he volunteers to lifeguard. Aj really really wants to start getting credit for college so that he can get ahead of the game to get his foot in the door to a good college. Aj is really friendly and out going and would be a great asset to your program.Sincerely,Tammy Robison
5 4/26/2014
wanted to know if sabrina ferranti is playing varsity or jv softball.
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