NORFOLK HIGHLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Norfolk Highlands Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools school district, located in Chesapeake, VA with about 331 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Norfolk Highlands Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Norfolk Highlands Primary School, located at 1115 Myrtle Ave in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Chesapeake Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic journey, typically focusing on primary-level instruction. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy and numeracy alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to build a strong academic base that prepares young learners for their transition to upper elementary grades.

The school is deeply integrated into the surrounding Norfolk Highlands neighborhood, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where parental involvement and teacher-student collaboration are encouraged. Beyond its standard curriculum, Norfolk Highlands Primary typically emphasizes the importance of inclusive learning and student character development. As part of the broader Chesapeake school system, it benefits from district-wide resources and support, ensuring that students have access to the materials and guidance necessary to succeed during their formative years.

For more information, contact Norfolk Highlands Primary at (757) 578-7092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.