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Three Oaks Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 822 students

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4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
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Posted Sunday, May 19, 2013

You child had better be a conformist. This school doesn't support free thinkers. Teachers are snobbish, and unkind. Louise in the front office has had numerous complaints from other parents. On the surface, it seems like a sweet staff, and we were quite content at first.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted Thursday, May 16, 2013

Awesome school, staff and faculty....love that school. We moved her from France 4 years ago and they helped us a lot :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 23, 2012

Wonderful school! Excellent and caring teachers and staff. My children went from 1st thru 5th grades here. Great PTA and parental involvement. Excellent gifted program with cluster classes and a great gifted resource teacher.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2010

Best school ever! My kids and every other student I know are genuinely excited about going to school. Students are rewarded for achievements, encouraged to participate, treated as individuals, and given strong family and moral values by the entire staff. Ms Hannah, the principal, is like a Rock Star. Al of the kids love her, would hate to disappoint her and she know every one and their parents by name. As long as my kids are in that school, we will never move away.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 6, 2009

Three Oaks is an amazing school. The principal is involved in every aspect and knows each child by name. The teachers challenge each student and cater to their specific learning abilities. Every parent is encouraged to be involved and the school is very safe and clean. Someone made a comment about no recess, and that is simply not true. The students also have PE every day of the week. Both of my children love going to school and I know they will be well taken care of during their day.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 28, 2008

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the teachers, curriculum, principal, cafeteria and school activites at Three Oaks! My daughter is about to enter her 3rd year (2nd Grade) and is always excited about going to school. Homework and communication between teachers and parents is very effective! The reading and incentive programs are excellent!! Monthly award ceremonies remind the students that good behavior and role-models are recognized and promote self-esteem and self worth. We love Three Oaks!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 9, 2008

Three Oaks has been an excellent experience for my daughter. She entered the school in 3rd grade when it opened and I was concerned about the school change for her. She excelled and was excited about school every day. The teachers and Administrators have an excellent attitude towards the students which shows everyday when I drop her off. The students have pride for their school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 7, 2008

Geat school! Love everything about it. For me the best thing is the great communication between parent and teachers. I am a very busy mother of two who works full time and can always feel confident about know whats going on at school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 3, 2007

A Beautiful facility. Unfortunately, the facilitators seem to be more concerned with Test Scores than developing their students. No recess, and no real free time! This can leave children stressed out, and less apt to retain the information presented. Just my opinion..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 9, 2007

The attitude and availability of the staff and leadership are excellent. Parental involvement is superb with both mothers and fathers volunteering. It is a new facility well kept and clean. My daughter is eager go go to school every day.
—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.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
91%
History and Social Science

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

129 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
98%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
97%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

129 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
90%

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.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
87%
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.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
86%
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.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
93%
English: Writing

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

128 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
93%
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.

128 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
90%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
82%

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

All Students88%
Female students90%
Male students87%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English88%
Not migrant88%

History and Social Science

All Students92%
Female students92%
Male students93%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant92%

Math

All Students65%
Female students59%
Male students70%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students68%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged44%
Not economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities69%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English64%
Not migrant65%

Science

All Students92%
Female students93%
Male students91%
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant92%
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 Students89%
Female students92%
Male students88%
Black students73%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic93%
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities55%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English89%
Not migrant89%

History and Social Science

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

Math

All Students65%
Female students66%
Male students65%
Black students40%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic53%
White students72%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged24%
Not economically disadvantaged72%
Students with disabilities9%
Students without disabilities76%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English66%
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 students99%
Male students92%
Black students83%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic93%
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities80%
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

English: Writing

All Students91%
Female students97%
Male students84%
Black students83%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian studentsn/a
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities56%
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English91%
Not migrant91%

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 Students66%
Female students70%
Male students63%
Black students55%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic53%
White students67%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged42%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Students with disabilities14%
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English66%
Not migrant66%

Science

All Students93%
Female students96%
Male students91%
Black students83%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanic93%
White students94%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities73%
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English93%
Not migrant93%
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
White 82% 57%
Black 8% 26%
Hispanic 6% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 6%
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 12%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2201 Elson Green Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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Phone: (757) 648-3960

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