Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten, Willoughby Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 79%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 79%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willoughby Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Willoughby Early Childhood Center's student population of 181 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Willoughby Early Childhood Center is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥90%
79%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥90%
79%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
38%
21%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 79% VA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% VA state average).
How many students attend Willoughby Early Childhood Center?
181 students attend Willoughby Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Willoughby Early Childhood Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willoughby Early Childhood Center?
Willoughby Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willoughby Early Childhood Center offer ?
Willoughby Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willoughby Early Childhood Center part of?
Willoughby Early Childhood Center is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Willoughby Early Childhood Center located?
Willoughby Early Childhood Center is located in the West Ocean View neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Ocean View.
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