Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Malibu Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malibu Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Malibu Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malibu Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#820 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malibu Elementary School's ranking?
Malibu Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Malibu Elementary School often compared to?
Malibu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King's Grant Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Malibu Elementary School?
398 students attend Malibu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Malibu Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malibu Elementary School?
Malibu Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malibu Elementary School offer ?
Malibu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malibu Elementary School part of?
Malibu Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Malibu Elementary School located?
Malibu Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Awesome teachers. My con would be that the office staff need to be more professional to the parents and keep their opinions to themselves.
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