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#188 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 41% of private schools

Harbor Point Academy

School

301 FORT LN, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Private

Enrollment

102

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#188 of 457

In Portsmouth

#3 of 8

public schools

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Harbor Point Academy

6.6/10

School in Portsmouth · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center

6.6/10

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4.0/10

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About Harbor Point Academy

Harbor Point Academy is a private school in Portsmouth, VA. Harbor Point Academy serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Point Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts above VA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 102 students, Harbor Point Academy 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.

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Harbor Point Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Harbor Point Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Harbor Point Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
102
This School
vs
665
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
4.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.8% vs 0%
Black 30.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Harbor Point Academy Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Harbor Point Academy (this school) 6.6
Park View Elementary 4.0
I.C. Norcom High 5.5
Brighton Elementary 3.5
Waterview Elementary 1.7
Douglass Park Elementary 2.2
Westhaven Elementary 2.7
Cradock Middle 3.6
Victory Elementary 3.3
Cradock Elementary 2.1
Simonsdale Elementary 4.1
William E. Waters Middle 5.0
Manor High 5.4
Churchland Elementary 5.7
Churchland High 6.8
Hodges Manor Elementary 2.4
Lakeview Elementary 3.4
Churchland Middle 5.3
Churchland Academy Elementary 4.3
Churchland Primary & Intermediate 4.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,098
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 102
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 59.8%
Black 30.4%
Two or More 6.9%
Hispanic 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

301 FORT LN, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harbor Point Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Walter Herron Taylor Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Portsmouth 0.0 mi 6.6
Park View Elementary Portsmouth 0.3 mi 4.0
COURT STREET ACADEMY Portsmouth 0.5 mi
I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth 0.8 mi 5.5
THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk 1.3 mi 6.8
THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk 1.3 mi 8.0
Brighton Elementary Portsmouth 1.5 mi 3.5
ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk 1.4 mi
YESHIVA AISH KODOSH TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Norfolk 1.4 mi
GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk 1.4 mi 6.9
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk 1.5 mi
St. Helena Elementary Norfolk 1.4 mi 3.3
FIRST BAPTIST READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norfolk 1.6 mi 4.6
WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk 1.9 mi
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk 1.7 mi 2.9
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary Norfolk 2.0 mi 8.2
PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk 1.9 mi 4.5
Blair Middle Norfolk 2.0 mi 4.8
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk 2.0 mi 6.7
ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth 2.0 mi 6.5

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
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Appomattox, VA 6.6
HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Portsmouth, VA 6.6
SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gum Spring, VA 6.6
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - HAMPTON Hampton, VA 6.5
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROANOKE Roanoke, VA 6.5
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dale City, VA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harbor Point Academy

What grades does Harbor Point Academy serve?

Harbor Point Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Harbor Point Academy?

Harbor Point Academy has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Point Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Point Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harbor Point Academy rank in VA?

Harbor Point Academy ranks #188 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Harbor Point Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Harbor Point Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harbor Point Academy a private school?

Yes, Harbor Point Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Harbor Point Academy a religious school?

No, Harbor Point Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
102
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
183 days
Setting
Small City
County
Portsmouth city

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