Needs Improvement
#1703 of 1,851 schools in VA
Brighton Elementary
Elementary School · Portsmouth City Public Schools
1100 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23704
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,703 of 1,851
In Portsmouth
#14 of 22
public schools
In district
#14 of 22
Portsmouth City Public Schools
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About Brighton Elementary
Brighton Elementary is a public elementary school in Portsmouth, VA, part of Portsmouth City Public Schools. Brighton Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,703 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Brighton Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Brighton Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brighton Elementary — Students at Brighton Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Brighton Elementary Compares
See how Brighton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1100 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), which scores notably higher. Another option is GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rena B. Wright Primary (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Cradock Middle Portsmouth | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| COURT STREET ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.3 mi | — |
| Park View Elementary Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HARBOR POINT ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Cradock Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 2.1 |
| Victory Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Douglass Park Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| St. Helena Elementary Norfolk | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Portsmouth | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Rena B. Wright Primary Chesapeake | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Truitt Intermediate Chesapeake | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.8 mi | — |
| GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,739
Median Home Value
$197,400
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
19,235
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
38%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Elementary Newport News, VA | 3.5 |
| Clark Elementary Charlottesville, VA | 3.5 |
| Henry Marsh III Elementary Richmond, VA | 3.5 |
| Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News, VA | 3.5 |
| Keister Elementary Harrisonburg, VA | 3.5 |
| Richard C. Haydon Elementary Manassas, VA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighton Elementary
What grades does Brighton Elementary serve?
Brighton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Brighton Elementary?
Brighton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighton Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brighton Elementary rank in VA?
Brighton Elementary ranks #1,703 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Brighton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brighton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighton Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brighton Elementary a charter school?
No, Brighton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brighton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brighton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brighton Elementary?
100.2% of students at Brighton Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (757) 393-8870
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,161
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #14 of 22
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