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#155 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 34% of private schools

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School

Elementary School

2301 OREGON AVE, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#155 of 457

In Portsmouth

#1 of 8

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About Portsmouth Catholic Regional School

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is a private elementary school in Portsmouth, VA. Portsmouth Catholic Regional School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Portsmouth Catholic Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.6 pts above VA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 138 students, Portsmouth Catholic Regional 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.

Portsmouth Catholic Regional 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

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How Portsmouth Catholic Regional School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.8:1

This School

15.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

138

This School

501

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

3.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 13% vs 0%

Black 12.3% vs 0%

Asian 4.3% vs 0%

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Portsmouth Catholic Regional School (this school)	—	138	10.8:1	6.8
Westhaven Elementary	0.8 mi	474	14.8:1	2.7
Simonsdale Elementary	0.8 mi	609	12.4:1	4.1
Douglass Park Elementary	0.9 mi	528	13.9:1	2.2
Victory Elementary	1.3 mi	570	16.3:1	3.3
Mount Hermon Preschool Center	1.5 mi	227	12.6:1	4.4
Waterview Elementary	1.6 mi	614	16.2:1	1.7
Olive Branch Preschool Center	1.6 mi	194	27.7:1	2.5
Hodges Manor Elementary	1.6 mi	457	16.3:1	2.4
Lakeview Elementary	1.7 mi	405	11.9:1	3.4
William E. Waters Middle	1.7 mi	562	12.5:1	5.0
Cradock Middle	2.3 mi	526	12.5:1	3.6
Cradock Elementary	2.4 mi	606	14.4:1	2.1
Brighton Elementary	2.4 mi	445	15.9:1	3.5
Park View Elementary	2.7 mi	473	14.8:1	4.0
Churchland Elementary	3.2 mi	760	16.9:1	5.7
Churchland Middle	4.5 mi	840	14:1	5.3
Churchland Preschool Center	4.6 mi	114	11.4:1	4.6
Churchland Academy Elementary	4.6 mi	600	15.8:1	4.3
Churchland Primary & Intermediate	5.2 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

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,365

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 47%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 138

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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 70.3%

Hispanic 13.0%

Black 12.3%

Asian 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2301 OREGON AVE, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portsmouth Catholic Regional School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Camelot Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TORAS CHAIM (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth	0.8 mi	474	2.7
TINKER BELL DAYCARE Portsmouth	0.7 mi	10	—
Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth	0.8 mi	609	4.1
Douglass Park Elementary Portsmouth	0.9 mi	528	2.2
PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Portsmouth	1.0 mi	504	5.7
Victory Elementary Portsmouth	1.3 mi	570	3.3
Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth	1.5 mi	227	4.4
Waterview Elementary Portsmouth	1.6 mi	614	1.7
William E. Waters Middle Portsmouth	1.7 mi	562	5.0
Manor High Portsmouth	1.5 mi	1,167	5.4
Lakeview Elementary Portsmouth	1.7 mi	405	3.4
Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth	1.6 mi	194	2.5
Hodges Manor Elementary Portsmouth	1.6 mi	457	2.4
ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth	1.7 mi	56	6.5
TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth	2.4 mi	53	6.1
I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth	2.3 mi	1,027	5.5
Cradock Elementary Portsmouth	2.4 mi	606	2.1
Cradock Middle Portsmouth	2.3 mi	526	3.6
Camelot Elementary Chesapeake	2.8 mi	506	6.7
Brighton Elementary Portsmouth	2.4 mi	445	3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,389

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$1,313/mo

Population

24,430

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

38.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Richmond, VA	84	6.8
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond, VA	178	6.9
Sandston Elementary Sandston, VA	185	6.9
Swords Creek Elementary Swords Creek, VA	93	6.9
Temperance Elementary Amherst, VA	102	6.9
VIRGINIA BEACH FRIENDS SCHOOL Virginia Beach, VA	113	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portsmouth Catholic Regional School

What grades does Portsmouth Catholic Regional School serve?

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Portsmouth Catholic Regional School?

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Catholic Regional School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Portsmouth Catholic Regional School rank in VA?

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School ranks #155 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Portsmouth Catholic Regional School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Portsmouth Catholic Regional School a private school?

Yes, Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Portsmouth Catholic Regional School a religious school?

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 138
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 195 days
Setting: Small City
County: Portsmouth city
Phone: (757) 488-6744

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