Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Churchland Elementary School ranks in the top 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 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 73% 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: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Churchland Elementary serves the northern part of Portsmouth, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.9 miles, extending up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Churchland Elementary School's student population of 721 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Churchland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Churchland Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#826 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
49%
21%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Churchland Elementary School's ranking?
Churchland Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Churchland Elementary School often compared to?
Churchland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchland Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Churchland Elementary School?
721 students attend Churchland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Churchland Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Churchland Elementary School?
Churchland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Churchland Elementary School offer ?
Churchland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Churchland Elementary School part of?
Churchland Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
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