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#1281 of 1,851 schools in VA
Churchland Middle
Middle School · Portsmouth City Public Schools
4051 River Shore Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,281 of 1,851
In Portsmouth
#5 of 22
public schools
In district
#5 of 22
Portsmouth City Public Schools
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Churchland Middle
Middle School in Portsmouth · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Churchland Middle
Churchland Middle is a public middle school in Portsmouth, VA, part of Portsmouth City Public Schools. Churchland Middle serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,281 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Churchland Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Churchland Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Churchland Middle — Students at Churchland Middle score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 7.0/10.
How Churchland Middle Compares
See how Churchland Middle 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
4051 River Shore Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Churchland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Western Branch Middle (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colonel Fred Cherry Middle (rated 5.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Suffolk), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Churchland Preschool Center Portsmouth | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary Portsmouth | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Churchland High Portsmouth | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate Portsmouth | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| SWEETHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Churchland Elementary Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Northern Shores Elementary Suffolk | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Western Branch Middle Chesapeake | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Colonel Fred Cherry Middle Suffolk | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Western Branch Intermediate Chesapeake | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Western Branch Primary Chesapeake | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Western Branch High Chesapeake | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ALDERSGATE NEW CREATION UMC KINDER PREP Chesapeake | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Waterview Elementary Portsmouth | 3.3 mi | 1.7 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth | 3.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 3.9 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,804
Median Home Value
$273,700
Median Rent
$1,377/mo
Population
26,364
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colonel Fred Cherry Middle Suffolk, VA | 5.3 |
| Graham Park Middle Triangle, VA | 5.3 |
| Short Pump Middle Glen Allen, VA | 5.3 |
| Walker Upper Elementary Charlottesville, VA | 5.3 |
| Warren County Middle Front Royal, VA | 5.3 |
| Wilson Middle Fishersville, VA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Churchland Middle
What grades does Churchland Middle serve?
Churchland Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Churchland Middle?
Churchland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchland Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Churchland Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Churchland Middle rank in VA?
Churchland Middle ranks #1,281 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Churchland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Churchland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Churchland Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Churchland Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Churchland Middle a charter school?
No, Churchland Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Churchland Middle a Title I school?
No, Churchland Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Churchland Middle?
99.6% of students at Churchland Middle 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (757) 686-2512
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,161
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #5 of 22
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