Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Waterview 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 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Tyler Elementary serves the eastern part of Portsmouth, VA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families living within this area can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest point being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterview Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
The Home of the Tigers
School Rankings
Waterview 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 Waterview Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1719 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
71%
21%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterview Elementary School's ranking?
Waterview Elementary School is ranked #1719 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Waterview Elementary School?
576 students attend Waterview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Waterview Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterview Elementary School?
Waterview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waterview Elementary School offer ?
Waterview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterview Elementary School part of?
Waterview Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Waterview Elementary School located?
Waterview Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.
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