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#319 of 457 private schools in VA

Portsmouth Christian School

School

3214 ELLIOTT AVE, Portsmouth, VA 23702

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#319 of 457

In Portsmouth

#6 of 8

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About Portsmouth Christian School

Portsmouth Christian School is a private school in Portsmouth, VA. Portsmouth Christian School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Portsmouth Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.5 pts below VA schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Portsmouth Christian 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.

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How Portsmouth Christian School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.8:1

This School

15:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

504

This School

598

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

3.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.9% vs 0%

Black 27.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 3% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Portsmouth Christian School Portsmouth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Portsmouth Christian School (this school)	—	504	11.8:1	5.7
Victory Elementary	0.4 mi	570	16.3:1	3.3
Douglass Park Elementary	0.5 mi	528	13.9:1	2.2
Westhaven Elementary	1.3 mi	474	14.8:1	2.7
Cradock Middle	1.4 mi	526	12.5:1	3.6
Cradock Elementary	1.5 mi	606	14.4:1	2.1
William E. Waters Middle	1.5 mi	562	12.5:1	5.0
Brighton Elementary	1.7 mi	445	15.9:1	3.5
Mount Hermon Preschool Center	1.8 mi	227	12.6:1	4.4
Simonsdale Elementary	1.8 mi	609	12.4:1	4.1
Lakeview Elementary	2.0 mi	405	11.9:1	3.4
I.C. Norcom High	2.0 mi	1,027	13.7:1	5.5
Waterview Elementary	2.1 mi	614	16.2:1	1.7
Manor High	2.2 mi	1,167	13:1	5.4
Park View Elementary	2.4 mi	473	14.8:1	4.0
Hodges Manor Elementary	2.4 mi	457	16.3:1	2.4
Olive Branch Preschool Center	2.6 mi	194	27.7:1	2.5
Churchland Elementary	4.1 mi	760	16.9:1	5.7
Churchland High	5.1 mi	1,452	15.4:1	6.8
Churchland Middle	5.3 mi	840	14:1	5.3
Churchland Preschool Center	5.4 mi	114	11.4:1	4.6

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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

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,249.6

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Enrollment 504

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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 66.9%

Black 27.8%

Hispanic 3.0%

Asian 1.4%

Pacific Islander 0.8%

Two or More 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3214 ELLIOTT AVE, Portsmouth, VA 23702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portsmouth Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. G.A. Treakle Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Another option is PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Camelot Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Victory Elementary Portsmouth	0.4 mi	570	3.3
Douglass Park Elementary Portsmouth	0.5 mi	528	2.2
ST MARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth	0.9 mi	56	6.5
PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Portsmouth	1.0 mi	138	6.8
Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth	1.3 mi	474	2.7
Cradock Elementary Portsmouth	1.5 mi	606	2.1
William E. Waters Middle Portsmouth	1.5 mi	562	5.0
Cradock Middle Portsmouth	1.4 mi	526	3.6
TINKER BELL DAYCARE Portsmouth	1.4 mi	10	—
Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth	1.8 mi	227	4.4
Brighton Elementary Portsmouth	1.7 mi	445	3.5
Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth	1.8 mi	609	4.1
Waterview Elementary Portsmouth	2.1 mi	614	1.7
I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth	2.0 mi	1,027	5.5
G.A. Treakle Elementary Chesapeake	2.3 mi	401	7.5
Lakeview Elementary Portsmouth	2.0 mi	405	3.4
Camelot Elementary Chesapeake	2.4 mi	506	6.7
Park View Elementary Portsmouth	2.4 mi	473	4.0
Manor High Portsmouth	2.2 mi	1,167	5.4
HARBOR POINT BEHAVIOR HEALTH CENTER Portsmouth	2.7 mi	97	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,288

Median Home Value

$188,600

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

12,087

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

45.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Staunton, VA	316	5.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE Staunton, VA	315	5.8
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moneta, VA	345	5.8
EASTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL Harrisonburg, VA	362	5.9
HAMPTON ROADS ACADEMY Newport News, VA	627	5.9
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodbridge, VA	406	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portsmouth Christian School

What grades does Portsmouth Christian School serve?

Portsmouth Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Portsmouth Christian School?

Portsmouth Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth Christian School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Portsmouth Christian School rank in VA?

Portsmouth Christian School ranks #319 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Portsmouth Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portsmouth Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Portsmouth Christian School a private school?

Yes, Portsmouth Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist 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 Christian School a religious school?

Portsmouth Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 40 Some Transit
Bike Score: 34 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 504
Gender Split: 59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 43
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Small City
County: Portsmouth city
Phone: (757) 393-0725

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