Serving 614 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 19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waterview Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Waterview 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 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
#1714 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
71%
22%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterview Elementary School's ranking?
Waterview Elementary School is ranked #1714 out of 1,792 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
614 students attend Waterview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Waterview Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterview Elementary School?
Waterview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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