Ocean Lakes Elementary School

1616 Upton Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocean Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 78% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ocean Lakes Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
530 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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Year Founded
1989
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026

School Rankings

Ocean Lakes 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 Ocean Lakes Elementary School is 0.56, 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)
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
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78%
68%
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(20-21)
76%
69%
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(20-21)
50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Asian
2%
8%
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Hispanic
11%
20%
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Black
10%
21%
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White
64%
44%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.56
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(22-23)
14%
19.1%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Waveriders

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ocean Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Lakes Elementary School is ranked #544 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ocean Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Landing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Lakes Elementary School?
530 students attend Ocean Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ocean Lakes Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Lakes Elementary School?
Ocean Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ocean Lakes Elementary School part of?
Ocean Lakes Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 78% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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