RATINGS

District Summary Ratings

A larger number of schools in this district are rated below average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Portsmouth City Public Schools based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Academic Progress

This district has a mixed record of helping students improve over time. Look below to see what percentage of schools in this district are making more, less, or about the same progress as other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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STUDENT LIFE

District Calendar

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STUDENT LIFE

District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Portsmouth City Public Schools

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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 07, 2025
This school is the worse school in portsmouth. The Principle does nothing and the rest f administration think everything is a joke. They will attack your children then erase the video. Do no send your... More
Review for Cradock Middle School
Teacher
June 03, 2025
This school is HORRIBLE especially with this new principal and dress code you’ll literally get dressed coded for bicker shorts and bullying and drama is a BIG issue here and it’s not like any other... More
Review for Churchland Academy Elementary
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 26, 2025
As someone who has been there and attended the school for 7th and 8th grade, I would like to say how unsafe and horrible this school is. This school had at least 2-3 fights every week. They just pass... More
Review for Churchland Middle School
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