Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Park View 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park View Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Park View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park View Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1632 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%

Hispanic
7%
19%

Black
76%
22%

White
10%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park View Elementary School's ranking?
Park View Elementary School is ranked #1632 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Park View Elementary School often compared to?
Park View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton Elementary School, Simonsdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Park View Elementary School?
473 students attend Park View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Park View Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park View Elementary School?
Park View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park View Elementary School offer ?
Park View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park View Elementary School part of?
Park View Elementary School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Park View Elementary School located?
Park View Elementary School is located in the Park View neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA.
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