Below Average
#432 of 457 private schools in VA
Park Place School
Middle School
422 SHIRLEY AVE, Norfolk, VA 23517
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#432 of 457
In Norfolk
#17 of 17
public schools
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Park Place School
Middle School in Norfolk · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Park Place School
Park Place School is a private middle school in Norfolk, VA. Park Place School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Place School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Park Place School 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.
Park Place School 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
BetaHow Park Place School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Park Place School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Blair Middle | 4.8 |
| Ghent K-8 | 6.8 |
| James Monroe Elementary | 4.4 |
| Walter Herron Taylor Elementary | 8.2 |
| Lindenwood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Ruffner School | 3.1 |
| Jacox Elementary | 3.0 |
| Larchmont Elementary | 7.3 |
| Academy for Discovery at Lakewood | 9.3 |
| Richard Bowling Elementary | 4.7 |
| Willard Elementary | 6.8 |
| St. Helena Elementary | 3.3 |
| Chesterfield Elementary | 2.9 |
| Coleman Place Elementary | 3.1 |
| Granby Elementary | 4.4 |
| Southside STEM Academy at Campostella | 5.7 |
| Suburban Park Elementary | 5.6 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary | 5.0 |
| Ingleside Elementary | 5.8 |
| Norview Middle | 4.4 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Norfolk
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
422 SHIRLEY AVE, Norfolk, VA 23517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Place School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Blair Middle (rated 4.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ruffner School (rated 3.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.1 mi | — |
| Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Blair Middle Norfolk | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Ghent K-8 Norfolk | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk | 0.4 mi | — |
| DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| YESHIVA AISH KODOSH TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Norfolk | 0.5 mi | — |
| ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.5 mi | — |
| GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| James Monroe Elementary Norfolk | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk | 0.6 mi | — |
| Walter Herron Taylor Elementary Norfolk | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Lindenwood Elementary Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Ruffner School Norfolk | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Larchmont Elementary Norfolk | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,556
Median Home Value
$355,800
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
4,550
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
25%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 5.3 |
| FIELD SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Crozet, VA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Place School
What grades does Park Place School serve?
Park Place School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Park Place School?
Park Place School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Place School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Place School 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 Park Place School rank in VA?
Park Place School ranks #432 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Park Place School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Place School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Park Place School a private school?
Yes, Park Place School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Park Place School a religious school?
Park Place School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Norfolk city
- Phone
- (757) 624-3473
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