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Rosemont Forest Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 541 students

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5 stars

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Posted December 20, 2012

We have loved the teachers and staff at this school. Our children have attended school here x 2 years and have nothing but positive things to say about our experience. The teachers are excellent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 31, 2012

I had two children attend this school and both did very well. For my son, a special needs student, this school went above and beyond in meeting his needs and providing a quality education. The teachers take a genuine interest in each student and want to see them succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 23, 2012

Rosemont Forest Elementary is filled with caring and delightful staff. Communications from the school are excellent and timely, I had 2 children attending there last year and both had fantastic teachers that did everything to help them succeed. Even working with an IEP for one of my children was never a problem! This is a Great school! My kids are excited to start this year !
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 31, 2011

I have had nothing but great experiences with all aspects of the school. I love the small community feel and my children love it!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 27, 2010

this was the first year my child attended this school and i have been very impressed. i receive letters in a timely matter, the teachers are very personable, thorough and seem to really care for the children. and the principal attends all events and seems to really enjoy his position and care for the children as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 28, 2008

I taught Elementary Art before having children so I've seen quite a few schools and PTAs. I am extremely impressed with both the staff and the parents at this school. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcome. I'd highly recommend Rosemont Forest to any one looking for a quality school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 20, 2007

This is one of the best schools my children have attended. Low turnover in teachers and administration allow the staff to get to know the students and their families. As a military family, my four children have attended 5 elementary schools total -- Rosemont Forest is the cream of the crop. Great staff, great school, great PTA and lots of family activities throughout the year!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 31, 2007

As a first time parent of internationally adopted elementary aged kids, I had heard horror stories from other parents putting their kids in public school so I was concerned. 3 years later, I have only the highest praise for the teachers and administration at ROFO. They have been wonderful to my kids and very open minded and flexible with the issues we faced. I have become very involved in the school and have a wonderful relationship with the staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2003

It is a small, nurturing school and each of its teachers really knows their students. Teachers go out of their way to make sure students are getting a quality education. I really feel at this school, 'No child is left behind!'
—Submitted by Mary Werkheiser, 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.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
92%
History and Social Science

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

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
92%
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.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
92%
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.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
94%
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.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
89%
English: Writing

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

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
89%
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.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
92%
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 Students82%
Female students87%
Male students76%
Black students60%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students88%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English82%
Not migrant82%

History and Social Science

All Students86%
Female students84%
Male students89%
Black students63%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English86%
Not migrant86%

Math

All Students51%
Female students55%
Male students47%
Black students29%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students55%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged54%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities52%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English51%
Not migrant51%

Science

All Students87%
Female students83%
Male students92%
Black students67%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English87%
Not migrant87%
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 Students90%
Female students94%
Male students86%
Black students85%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities92%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English90%
Not migrant90%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students65%
Female students67%
Male students63%
Black students48%
Asian students60%
Hispanicn/a
White students85%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged43%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Students with disabilities50%
Students without disabilities66%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English65%
Not migrant65%
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 Students95%
Female students98%
Male students93%
Black students93%
Asian students92%
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

English: Writing

All Students92%
Female students95%
Male students88%
Black students93%
Asian students85%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English93%
Not migrant92%

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 Students70%
Female students71%
Male students70%
Black students63%
Asian students69%
Hispanicn/a
White students70%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged48%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English71%
Not migrant70%

Science

All Students87%
Female students86%
Male students88%
Black students75%
Asian students92%
Hispanicn/a
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English88%
Not migrant87%
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

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 52% 57%
Black 26% 26%
Asian/Pacific Islander 16% 6%
Hispanic 5% 9%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 19%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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1716 Grey Friars Chase
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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Phone: (757) 648-3640

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