Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Castle Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Castle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Castle Elementary School's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
New Castle Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Castle Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#130 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
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 New Castle Elementary School's ranking?
New Castle Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are New Castle Elementary School often compared to?
New Castle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Landing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend New Castle Elementary School?
723 students attend New Castle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of New Castle Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Castle Elementary School?
New Castle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Castle Elementary School offer ?
New Castle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Castle Elementary School part of?
New Castle Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
School Reviews
1 3/17/2021
Heather Quinn leaves children behind. Won't make space for my kids. Allows teachers to stay home and only teach virtual while my kids want to go back to school. Yet, still receives full funding while my kids get no real education.
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