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#359 of 457 private schools in VA

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health

High School

860 KEMPSVILLE RD, Norfolk, VA 23502

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#359 of 457

In Norfolk

#13 of 17

public schools

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About Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a private high school in Norfolk, VA. Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.5 pts below VA schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health 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.

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health 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 Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

This School

13.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

1,013

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%

Black 20% vs 0%

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health (this school)	—	30	10:1	5.4
Lake Taylor High	1.3 mi	1,137	15.8:1	5.3
Lake Taylor	1.3 mi	681	11.3:1	5.6
Norview Middle	4.0 mi	1,152	13.1:1	4.4
Southside STEM Academy at Campostella	4.1 mi	701	11.7:1	5.7
Azalea Gardens Middle	4.2 mi	808	15:1	4.7
Booker T Washington High	4.2 mi	955	13.1:1	5.7
Norview High	4.3 mi	1,821	15.4:1	5.5
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood	4.5 mi	730	14.6:1	9.3
Ruffner School	4.7 mi	540	10.4:1	3.1
Ghent K-8	5.4 mi	501	12.5:1	6.8
Matthew Fontaine Maury High	5.6 mi	1,736	16.1:1	6.7
Crossroads PreK-8 School	5.6 mi	750	11.7:1	5.4
Blair Middle	5.9 mi	1,072	13.1:1	4.8
Granby High	6.1 mi	1,850	16.2:1	6.4
Northside Middle	7.0 mi	767	13.7:1	4.7

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

B- 5.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,540.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 32%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

D 1.3 / 10

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Enrollment 30

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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 80.0%

Black 20.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

860 KEMPSVILLE RD, Norfolk, VA 23502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHESAPEAKE BAY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairfield Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Easton Preschool at Fairlawn Norfolk	0.4 mi	165	4.4
CHESAPEAKE BAY ACADEMY Virginia Beach	1.0 mi	104	8.5
Lake Taylor High Norfolk	1.3 mi	1,137	5.3
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach	1.1 mi	238	6.4
Lake Taylor Norfolk	1.3 mi	681	5.6
ENOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach	1.3 mi	25	—
Arrowhead Elementary Virginia Beach	1.5 mi	537	7.7
NORFOLK ACADEMY Norfolk	1.5 mi	1,203	5.9
TOWN & COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Norfolk	1.6 mi	7	—
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Norfolk	1.5 mi	5	—
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach	1.4 mi	528	6.8
Point O' View Elementary Virginia Beach	1.5 mi	733	4.0
Williams Elementary Virginia Beach	1.7 mi	440	5.0
Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach	1.8 mi	430	4.1
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach	1.8 mi	60	6.5
Bayside Middle Virginia Beach	1.9 mi	702	7.4
TABERNACLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Virginia Beach	2.4 mi	84	7.5
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach	2.0 mi	499	7.3
Fairfield Elementary Virginia Beach	2.6 mi	471	8.1
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach	2.3 mi	91	8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,467

Median Home Value

$244,800

Median Rent

$1,335/mo

Population

19,836

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health

What grades does Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health serve?

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health?

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health?

The student-teacher ratio at Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health rank in VA?

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health ranks #359 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health's MySchoolScout rating?

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health a private school?

Yes, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health 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 Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health a religious school?

No, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 47 Some Transit
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 30
Gender Split: 23% M / 77% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 237 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Norfolk city
Phone: (757) 455-0253

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