Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W.t. Cooke Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 75% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
W.t. Cooke Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
W.t. Cooke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W.t. Cooke Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#541 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 W.t. Cooke Elementary School's ranking?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
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 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend W.t. Cooke Elementary School?
559 students attend W.t. Cooke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of W.t. Cooke Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W.t. Cooke Elementary School?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does W.t. Cooke Elementary School offer ?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is W.t. Cooke Elementary School part of?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is W.t. Cooke Elementary School located?
W.t. Cooke Elementary School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
School Reviews
5 3/8/2024
I absolutely Love this school and its staff. We moved my child from Kempsville Middle and what a change, from education to behavior and so much. We are beyond thankful to all the staff and this school is underrated.
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