Below Average
#1472 of 1,851 schools in VA
Churchland Preschool Center
School · Portsmouth City Public Schools
4061 River Shore Road, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 19 schools in Portsmouth. Learn more
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,472 of 1,851
In Portsmouth
#7 of 22
public schools
In district
#7 of 22
Portsmouth City Public Schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Churchland Preschool Center
School in Portsmouth · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Churchland Academy Elementary
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Churchland Middle
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Churchland Preschool Center
Churchland Preschool Center is a public school in Portsmouth, VA, part of Portsmouth City Public Schools. Churchland Preschool Center serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchland Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,472 of 1,851 schools in VA.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Churchland Preschool Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Churchland Preschool Center Compares
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Location
4061 River Shore Road, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Churchland Preschool Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mount Hermon Preschool Center (rated 4.4/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Olive Branch Preschool Center (rated 2.5/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Churchland Academy Elementary Portsmouth | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Churchland Middle Portsmouth | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate Portsmouth | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Churchland High Portsmouth | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SWEETHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Churchland Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Northern Shores Elementary Suffolk | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Colonel Fred Cherry Middle Suffolk | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Western Branch Middle Chesapeake | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Western Branch Intermediate Chesapeake | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Western Branch Primary Chesapeake | 2.7 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 | 3.4 mi | 1.7 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth | 3.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 4.0 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Churchland Preschool Center
What grades does Churchland Preschool Center serve?
Churchland Preschool Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Churchland Preschool Center?
Churchland Preschool Center has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchland Preschool Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Churchland Preschool Center is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Churchland Preschool Center rank in VA?
Churchland Preschool Center ranks #1,472 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Churchland Preschool Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Churchland Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Churchland Preschool Center a charter school?
No, Churchland Preschool Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Churchland Preschool Center a Title I school?
No, Churchland Preschool Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Phone
- (757) 686-2533
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,161
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #7 of 22
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