For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 883 students in 23704, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23704, VA are Park View Elementary School and Brighton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23704 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23704, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23704, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
260 Elm Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8647
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8647
Gr: K-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Brighton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Portsmouth Blvd.
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8870
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8870
Gr: K-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23704, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23704, VA include Park View Elementary School and Brighton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23704?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23704.
What is the racial composition of students in 23704?
23704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% 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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