For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 977 students in 23707, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23707, VA are Westhaven Elementary School and Waterview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23707 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23707, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23707, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhaven Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Clifford St
Portsmouth, VA 23707
(757) 393-8855
Portsmouth, VA 23707
(757) 393-8855
Gr: K-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Waterview Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3649 Hartford St
Portsmouth, VA 23707
(757) 393-8879
Portsmouth, VA 23707
(757) 393-8879
Gr: K-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23707, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23707, VA include Westhaven Elementary School and Waterview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23707?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23707.
What is the racial composition of students in 23707?
23707 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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