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Seatack Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 395 students

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Posted February 9, 2012

The teachers are great at this school. They really care the children and their educational careers. I would recommend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2010

My son went here for Kindergarten and then we moved placing us in a different school for his year of 1st grade. I was so disappointed with the school he attended for 1st Grade (Three Oaks) that I applied out of zone for my son and my entering Kindergarten daughter to go back to Seatack. The school and staff members are pehnomenal. They are incredibly focused on students' learning, motivation and building self-esteem. The teachers are very available to parents for input, resources and feedback. My children have thrived in this supportive and challenging learning environment. We are military and moving this summer and I am devestated to leave this school and the amazing teachers behind!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2008

This school is excellent my daughter was there pre -k till the 5th grade and now my son is about to go to middle school soon, his in the 5th grade now . I love all the teacher's and the volunteer's they are great!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2007

This is an excellent school. My children got the privilege of spending two wonderful years there. They provide a very safe and fun environment for the children. I wish all schools were as great as this one.
—Submitted by Kelly, a parent


Posted March 5, 2007

I have two children enrolled at Seatack, one in kindergarten and one in fourth grade and I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this school! both of my children's teachers are kind, considerate and very professional. My 10 year old son is a bit of an introvert and his teachers have really helped him come out of his shell. It's March and I'm shocked at how well my 5 year old daughter is reading in kindergarten already. I really can't say enough about what a great place Seatack is. Everyone from the administration to the cafeteria staff is friendly, kind and really goes out of their way to make your time there extra special. I'm thrilled that my kids are getting their education there.
—Submitted by Kristen, a parent


Posted September 14, 2005

Today was my Son's first day of school, kindergarden. When we went to enroll him, everyone in the main office was very friendly and helpful. The Nurse came in and introduced herself. Gary Jr and I felt very welcome. When the paper work was complete, The Principle herself, which happend to be the assistant Principle at my Elementary school, Mrs. Everett, Gave us a tour of the school. She answered ALL our questions and did a great job of easing my mind (1st child, 1st scool experience). Today when we took him, I was a little shaken up, we went down the wrong hall, Guess who was right there to point us in the right direction. As we walked in Jr's class the Teacher was very welcoming and Jr really felt confortable, that means a lot! Did I mention the school was beautiful? It is gorgious. I Love this school!Thank you!
—Submitted by Jamey Cullipher, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
91%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
98%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
80%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
90%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
98%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
83%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students79%
Female students92%
Male students67%
Black students67%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities85%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English78%
Not migrant79%

History and Social Science

All Students78%
Female students76%
Male students79%
Black students70%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities82%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English78%
Not migrant78%

Math

All Students34%
Female students42%
Male students26%
Black students17%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students60%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged31%
Not economically disadvantaged42%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities38%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English33%
Not migrant34%

Science

All Students81%
Female students92%
Male students71%
Black students72%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities85%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English81%
Not migrant81%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students88%
Female students97%
Male students80%
Black students82%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students89%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities80%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English88%
Not migrant88%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students58%
Female students56%
Male students60%
Black students35%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students74%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged51%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities40%
Students without disabilities61%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English57%
Not migrant58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students93%
Female students86%
Male students100%
Black students89%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic100%
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilities80%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English93%
Not migrant93%

English: Writing

All Students80%
Female students81%
Male students80%
Black students72%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian studentsn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities40%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English80%
Not migrant80%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students44%
Female students43%
Male students45%
Black students31%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic64%
White students67%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged33%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities0%
Students without disabilities52%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English45%
Not migrant44%

Science

All Students78%
Female students68%
Male students88%
Black students64%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic92%
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities86%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English78%
Not migrant78%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 47% 26%
White 34% 57%
Hispanic 14% 9%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 6%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 80%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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912 S Birdneck Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Phone: (757) 437-4867

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