Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (01-02)
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(01-02)n/a
n/a
Asian
(01-02)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(01-02)n/a
5%
Black
(01-02)94%
27%
White
(01-02)6%
63%
Hawaiian
(01-02)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(01-02)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
56%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New Directions Center?
34 students attend New Directions Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of New Directions Center students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What school district is New Directions Center part of?
New Directions Center is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is New Directions Center located?
New Directions Center is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.
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