| School | Grades | GreatSchools rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thalia Elementary School | PK-5 | 6/10 |
| Independence Middle School | 6-8 | 6/10 |
| Princess Anne High School | 9-12 | 8/10 |
Ratings from GreatSchools.org, checked Sept 2026. Ratings change, and school zones vary by address — always confirm the assigned schools with Chesapeake Public Schools.
The Schools Zoned for Thalia
Homes in Thalia are generally zoned to Thalia Elementary School, right in the neighborhood on Thalia Road, with students moving on to Independence Middle School and then Princess Anne High School, both located just west of the neighborhood [3](https://vahome.com/listings/4251-thalia-station-cir-virginia-beach-23452/). Thalia Elementary currently carries a GreatSchools rating of 6 out of 10 [1](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/virginia-beach/1789-Thalia-Elementary-School/).
Because Thalia sits close to several school attendance boundaries, some streets and even individual addresses can be zoned differently than you'd expect. Always confirm zoning for a specific address directly with Virginia Beach City Public Schools' school locator before making an offer, since maps and boundaries do shift over time.
What Families Should Know
Princess Anne High School sits just across Virginia Beach Boulevard from the neighborhood, making it one of the more convenient high school commutes in the city for Thalia residents. Independence Middle School serves a wide swath of central Virginia Beach and is a short drive from most Thalia streets.
For a broader look at how school ratings, boundaries and enrollment work across the region, I recommend touring in person and talking with current families when possible, since ratings only tell part of the story about fit, class size, and programs for your particular child.
Related Reading
If you're weighing Thalia against nearby options, take a look at my guides to buying in Thalia and selling in Thalia, or compare schools in nearby Windsor Woods and Witchduck as you narrow down your search.
