Arrowhead Elementary School

5549 Susquehanna Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arrowhead Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Arrowhead Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
537 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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Year Founded
1964
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026

School Rankings

Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Elementary School is 0.69, 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)
#803 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
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70%
68%
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(20-21)
70-74%
69%
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(20-21)
65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
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Hispanic
14%
19%
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Black
29%
22%
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White
45%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.69
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Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Chiefs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arrowhead Elementary School's ranking?
Arrowhead Elementary School is ranked #803 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arrowhead Elementary School often compared to?
Arrowhead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kempsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Arrowhead Elementary School?
537 students attend Arrowhead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Arrowhead Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrowhead Elementary School?
Arrowhead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arrowhead Elementary School offer ?
Arrowhead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arrowhead Elementary School part of?
Arrowhead Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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