Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brighton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brighton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
84%
22%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton Elementary School's ranking?
Brighton Elementary School is ranked #1706 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Brighton Elementary School often compared to?
Brighton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park View Elementary School, Cradock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Brighton Elementary School?
445 students attend Brighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Brighton Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brighton Elementary School?
Brighton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brighton Elementary School offer ?
Brighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brighton Elementary School part of?
Brighton Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City Public Schools.
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