At a glance
Reported students
403
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
30th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
500.5
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary: 403 reported students.
State peer staffing position
78th percentile
15.5:1 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
- 295
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.2:1
What the reported data says about Walter Herron Taylor Elementary
Walter Herron Taylor 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 403 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 30th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.5:1, above 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 (42.7%) and White (39.7%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.5%. 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 Walter Herron Taylor Elementary
- 1How do the reported 15.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 26 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 2 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
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White39.7%
- Hispanic8.4%
- Black42.7%
- Asian1.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial6.9%
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.
Mary Calcott Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
404 reported students
Camp Allen Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
405 reported students
Oceanair Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
400 reported students
Sherwood Forest Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
406 reported students
Norview Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
412 reported students
Suburban Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
415 reported students
Public schools near Walter Herron Taylor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Monroe Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 299 | 0.9 mi |
| Ghent K-8 Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | KG–08 | 501 | 1 mi |
| P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–02 | 241 | 1.5 mi |
| Larchmont Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 455 | 1.5 mi |
| Lindenwood Elementary Elementary · Norfolk City Public Schools | PK–05 | 243 | 1.9 mi |
| Park View Elementary Elementary · Portsmouth City Public Schools | KG–06 | 400 | 2.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Walter Herron Taylor Elementary
What grades does Walter Herron Taylor Elementary serve?
Walter Herron Taylor 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 Walter Herron Taylor Elementary?
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary reported 403 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 30th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 295 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Walter Herron Taylor Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 15.5:1, based on 403 students and 26 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 Walter Herron Taylor Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Walter Herron Taylor 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 Walter Herron Taylor Elementary in?
Walter Herron Taylor 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 Walter Herron Taylor Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include James Monroe Elementary (0.9 mi), Ghent K-8 (1 mi), P.B. Young Sr. Elementary (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.