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#267 of 457 private schools in VA
Toras Chaim
Elementary School
3110 STERLING POINT DR, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#267 of 457
In Portsmouth
#5 of 8
public schools
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Toras Chaim
Elementary School in Portsmouth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Toras Chaim
Toras Chaim is a private elementary school in Portsmouth, VA. Toras Chaim serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Toras Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Toras Chaim 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.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Toras Chaim sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Toras Chaim 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 Toras Chaim compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Toras Chaim (this school) | 6.1 |
| Churchland Elementary | 5.7 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center | 2.5 |
| Simonsdale Elementary | 4.1 |
| Waterview Elementary | 1.7 |
| Westhaven Elementary | 2.7 |
| Churchland Middle | 5.3 |
| Churchland Preschool Center | 4.6 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center | 4.4 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary | 4.3 |
| Hodges Manor Elementary | 2.4 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate | 4.3 |
| Douglass Park Elementary | 2.2 |
| Lakeview Elementary | 3.4 |
| Park View Elementary | 4.0 |
| Victory Elementary | 3.3 |
| William E. Waters Middle | 5.0 |
| Brighton Elementary | 3.5 |
| Cradock Middle | 3.6 |
| Cradock Elementary | 2.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3110 STERLING POINT DR, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Toras Chaim may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Western Branch Intermediate (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Another option is PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Western Branch Primary (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Churchland Elementary Portsmouth | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SWEETHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Western Branch Intermediate Chesapeake | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Western Branch Primary Chesapeake | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Western Branch Middle Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Western Branch High Chesapeake | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Churchland Middle Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Waterview Elementary Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 1.7 |
| Churchland High Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Churchland Preschool Center Portsmouth | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary Portsmouth | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Hodges Manor Elementary Portsmouth | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Manor High Portsmouth | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ALDERSGATE NEW CREATION UMC KINDER PREP Chesapeake | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| TINKER BELL DAYCARE Portsmouth | 2.5 mi | — |
| PORTSMOUTH CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Portsmouth | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,804
Median Home Value
$273,700
Median Rent
$1,377/mo
Population
26,364
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.3
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|---|---|
| GALILEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach, VA | 6.1 |
| APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax, VA | 6.0 |
| CARDINAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodbridge, VA | 6.2 |
| LITTLE KESWICK SCHOOL Keswick, VA | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Centreville, VA | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Toras Chaim
What grades does Toras Chaim serve?
Toras Chaim serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Toras Chaim?
Toras Chaim has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Toras Chaim?
The student-teacher ratio at Toras Chaim is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Toras Chaim rank in VA?
Toras Chaim ranks #267 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Toras Chaim's MySchoolScout rating?
Toras Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Toras Chaim a private school?
Yes, Toras Chaim is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Toras Chaim a religious school?
Toras Chaim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Phone
- (757) 502-9129
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