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Trantwood Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 517 students

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4 stars

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Posted October 28, 2012

This is our second year at Trantwood. We are extremely satisfied with all facets of our son's educational experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 30, 2012

Love, love, love Trantwood! As a mother of three who attend and a former elementary teacher, we have been so happy with this school! It offers a wonderful community feeling along with excellent teachers and a very involved and strong, caring administration.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2011

We have 2 children (1st and 3rd grade) at this school. We have been here about 7 months and we LOVE this school. Our experience has been really good. They are getting a top notch education. I have been happy with the administration, the teachers, the PTA, and the other kids. Our children have really nice friends here. It is just a great place.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 19, 2009

I have to rate average because of a couple of different reasons. The focus on SOL's start in Feb. with sol homework everyday. My daughter has also been bullied since starting 3rd grade. I asked them to move her and they didn't. I have been to see the principle and school counselor several times, while they tried to help the bulling still continued. Test scores are not everything as we found out at this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 18, 2009

I am a parent of a 2nd grader at trantwood and i thing this is a wonderful school. my daughter is very happy with the other children as well as the teachers and is doing very well. the only downside is there are a lot of wealthy families who go here so it sometimes gets hard when you are one of the few lower to middle class that attend. events at the school as well as 'craft' projects can get pricey.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2009

This is my third year as the counselor at Trantwood Elementary, and although I interned and substituted at many schools, Trantwood is definitely the best by far! The teaching staff is amazing--all of them go above and beyond to ensure student success, putting in lots of extra hours and planning creative and relevant activities to capture the interest of students. The administration is excellent at responding to parent concerns promptly, supporting their staff, and maintaining a safe and nuturing school environment where all students feel comfortable. It is evident that everyone there loves their job, including me! Go Cardinals!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 10, 2008

We are very pleased with all aspects of the school. What a wonderful experience our children have had there. The principal, faculty and staff are all top notch! We would give Trantwood 5 stars!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 24, 2007

I am a parent and former teacher. Trantwood is a wonderful school. It has a warm and welcoming group of parents, students and staff. Children are challenged and nurtured. If given the choice, would choose Trantwood hands down!!!
—Submitted by 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.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
97%
History and Social Science

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

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
95%
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.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
98%
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.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%

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 89% in 2012.

90 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
95%
English: Writing

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

88 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
92%
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.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

90 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
94%

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

All Students94%
Female students98%
Male students91%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English94%
Not migrant94%

History and Social Science

All Students96%
Female students98%
Male students96%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant96%

Math

All Students87%
Female students80%
Male students93%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students87%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English87%
Not migrant87%

Science

All Students98%
Female students100%
Male students96%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English98%
Not migrant98%
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 Students92%
Female students97%
Male students87%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities54%
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant92%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students75%
Female students81%
Male students70%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students74%
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilities23%
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English73%
Not migrant75%
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 Students99%
Female students98%
Male students100%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students98%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Students with disabilities91%
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English99%
Not migrant99%

English: Writing

All Students95%
Female students98%
Male students92%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

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 Students65%
Female students64%
Male students66%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students68%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged65%
Students with disabilities30%
Students without disabilities69%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English64%
Not migrant65%

Science

All Students94%
Female students92%
Male students97%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities82%
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant94%
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 87% 57%
Hispanic 6% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 6%
Black 3% 26%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 10%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2344 Inlynnview Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Phone: (757) 648-4000

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