Below Average
#1521 of 1,851 schools in VA
Mount Hermon Preschool Center
School · Portsmouth City Public Schools
3000 North St., Portsmouth, VA 23707
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 19 schools in Portsmouth. Learn more
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,521 of 1,851
In Portsmouth
#8 of 22
public schools
In district
#8 of 22
Portsmouth City Public Schools
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Mount Hermon Preschool Center
School in Portsmouth · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Waterview Elementary
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About Mount Hermon Preschool Center
Mount Hermon Preschool Center is a public school in Portsmouth, VA, part of Portsmouth City Public Schools. Mount Hermon Preschool Center serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Hermon Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 1,851 schools in VA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mount Hermon Preschool Center Compares
See how Mount Hermon Preschool Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3000 North St., Portsmouth, VA 23707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Hermon Preschool Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARBOR POINT ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waterview Elementary Portsmouth | 0.5 mi | 1.7 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Douglass Park Elementary Portsmouth | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Park View Elementary Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Victory Elementary Portsmouth | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HARBOR POINT ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Brighton Elementary Portsmouth | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| TINKER BELL DAYCARE Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | — |
| COURT STREET ACADEMY Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | — |
| Cradock Middle Portsmouth | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth | 2.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Cradock Elementary Portsmouth | 2.9 mi | 2.1 |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,070
Median Home Value
$222,100
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
14,311
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
38.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Hermon Preschool Center
What grades does Mount Hermon Preschool Center serve?
Mount Hermon Preschool Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Mount Hermon Preschool Center?
Mount Hermon Preschool Center has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Hermon Preschool Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Hermon Preschool Center is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Hermon Preschool Center rank in VA?
Mount Hermon Preschool Center ranks #1,521 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Mount Hermon Preschool Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Hermon Preschool Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Hermon Preschool Center a charter school?
No, Mount Hermon Preschool Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Hermon Preschool Center a Title I school?
No, Mount Hermon Preschool Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Hermon Preschool Center?
98.7% of students at Mount Hermon Preschool Center 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Phone
- (757) 393-8825
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,161
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,888
- District Rank
- #8 of 22
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