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Portlock Primary

1857 Varsity Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23324
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Portlock Primary serves 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Portlock Primary's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
We inspire, engage, and empower all learners to achieve their highest potential.
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of Portlock Primary is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Portlock Primary often compared to?
Portlock Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Rena B. Wright Primary, George W. Carver Intermediate by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Portlock Primary?
547 students attend Portlock Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Portlock Primary students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portlock Primary?
Portlock Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Portlock Primary offer ?
Portlock Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portlock Primary part of?
Portlock Primary is part of Chesapeake City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Portlock Primary located?
Portlock Primary is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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