At a glance
Reported students
517
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
54th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
500.5
Tanners Creek Elementary: 517 reported students.
State peer staffing position
32nd percentile
12.9:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 498
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about Tanners Creek Elementary
Tanners Creek Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Norfolk. It is one of 49 current school records connected to Norfolk City Public Schools. NCES reports 517 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 54th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.9:1, close to the Virginia median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (54.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.7%). English learners represent 9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Tanners Creek Elementary
- 1How do the reported 12.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 40 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White8.7%
- Hispanic25.7%
- Black54.5%
- Asian3.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Norfolk City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Ocean View Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
512 reported students
Ghent K-8
Elementary · Grades KG–08
501 reported students
Bay View Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
500 reported students
Sewells Point Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Richard Bowling Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
492 reported students
Coleman Place Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
551 reported students
Public schools near Tanners Creek Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norview Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 412 | 0.4 mi |
| Larrymore Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 584 | 1 mi |
| Crossroads PreK-8 School Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–08 | 790 | 1.6 mi |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 406 | 1.6 mi |
| Little Creek Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 583 | 1.8 mi |
| Tarrallton Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 286 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Tanners Creek Elementary
What grades does Tanners Creek Elementary serve?
Tanners Creek Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Norfolk City Public Schools.
How many students attend Tanners Creek Elementary?
Tanners Creek Elementary reported 517 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 54th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 498 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Tanners Creek Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 12.9:1, based on 517 students and 40 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Tanners Creek Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Tanners Creek Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Tanners Creek Elementary in?
Tanners Creek Elementary is part of Norfolk City Public Schools, based in Norfolk, VA, which operates 49 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Tanners Creek Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Norview Elementary (0.4 mi), Larrymore Elementary (1 mi), Crossroads PreK-8 School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.