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Red Mill Elementary School

1860 Sandbridge Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 5% in VA
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Red Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Red Mill Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Red Mill Elementary promotes educational excellence, within a safe and nurturing environment, while encouraging everyone to achieve his/her full potential.

School Rankings

Red Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Mill Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#63 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
91%
68%
(20-21)
88%
69%
(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
74%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Red Mill Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Red Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Red Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strawbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Red Mill Elementary School?
557 students attend Red Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Red Mill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Mill Elementary School?
Red Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Mill Elementary School offer ?
Red Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Mill Elementary School part of?
Red Mill Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 557 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 91% (Top 5%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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