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#186 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 41% of private schools

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center

School

301 FORT LN, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

4th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#186 of 457

In Portsmouth

#2 of 8

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About Harbor Point Behavior Health Center

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center is a private school in Portsmouth, VA. Harbor Point Behavior Health Center serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Point Behavior Health Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts above VA schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 97 students, Harbor Point Behavior Health 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.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Harbor Point Behavior Health Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center 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 Behavior Health Center compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.9:1

This School

14.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

665

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

4.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.7% vs 0%

Black 30.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Harbor Point Behavior Health Center (this school)	—	97	6.9:1	6.6
Park View Elementary	0.3 mi	473	14.8:1	4.0
I.C. Norcom High	0.8 mi	1,027	13.7:1	5.5
Brighton Elementary	1.5 mi	445	15.9:1	3.5
Waterview Elementary	2.2 mi	614	16.2:1	1.7
Douglass Park Elementary	2.3 mi	528	13.9:1	2.2
Westhaven Elementary	2.4 mi	474	14.8:1	2.7
Cradock Middle	2.5 mi	526	12.5:1	3.6
Victory Elementary	2.8 mi	570	16.3:1	3.3
Cradock Elementary	3.0 mi	606	14.4:1	2.1
Simonsdale Elementary	3.4 mi	609	12.4:1	4.1
William E. Waters Middle	4.2 mi	562	12.5:1	5.0
Manor High	4.4 mi	1,167	13:1	5.4
Churchland Elementary	4.4 mi	760	16.9:1	5.7
Churchland High	4.5 mi	1,452	15.4:1	6.8
Hodges Manor Elementary	4.6 mi	457	16.3:1	2.4
Lakeview Elementary	4.6 mi	405	11.9:1	3.4
Churchland Middle	4.9 mi	840	14:1	5.3
Churchland Academy Elementary	5.0 mi	600	15.8:1	4.3
Churchland Primary & Intermediate	5.5 mi	511	16.5:1	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

A- 7.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 56%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.4 / 10

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Enrollment 97

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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 57.7%

Black 30.9%

Hispanic 10.3%

Two or More 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

301 FORT LN, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harbor Point Behavior Health Center 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	Enrollment	Rating
HARBOR POINT ACADEMY Portsmouth	0.0 mi	102	6.6
Park View Elementary Portsmouth	0.3 mi	473	4.0
COURT STREET ACADEMY Portsmouth	0.5 mi	13	—
I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth	0.8 mi	1,027	5.5
THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.3 mi	32	6.8
THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk	1.3 mi	162	8.0
Brighton Elementary Portsmouth	1.5 mi	445	3.5
ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk	1.4 mi	15	—
YESHIVA AISH KODOSH TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Norfolk	1.4 mi	19	—
GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk	1.4 mi	67	6.9
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk	1.5 mi	15	—
St. Helena Elementary Norfolk	1.4 mi	230	3.3
FIRST BAPTIST READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norfolk	1.6 mi	81	4.6
WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk	1.9 mi	15	—
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk	1.7 mi	217	2.9
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary Norfolk	2.0 mi	343	8.2
PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.9 mi	69	4.5
Blair Middle Norfolk	2.0 mi	1,072	4.8
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk	2.0 mi	1,736	6.7
ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth	2.0 mi	56	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	Enrollment	Rating
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Appomattox, VA	101	6.6
HARBOR POINT ACADEMY Portsmouth, VA	102	6.6
MAIN STREET SCHOOL North Tazwell, VA	61	6.6
SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gum Spring, VA	101	6.6
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - HAMPTON Hampton, VA	82	6.5
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROANOKE Roanoke, VA	63	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harbor Point Behavior Health Center

What grades does Harbor Point Behavior Health Center serve?

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Harbor Point Behavior Health Center?

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Point Behavior Health Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Point Behavior Health Center is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harbor Point Behavior Health Center rank in VA?

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center ranks #186 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Harbor Point Behavior Health Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Harbor Point Behavior Health Center 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 Behavior Health Center a private school?

Yes, Harbor Point Behavior Health Center 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 Behavior Health Center a religious school?

No, Harbor Point Behavior Health Center 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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 4th – 12th
Enrollment: 97
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Portsmouth city
Phone: (757) 391-6569

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