JAMES HURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James Hurst Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Portsmouth City Public Schools school district, located in Portsmouth, VA with about 589 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 35 teachers, James Hurst Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

James Hurst Elementary School, located at 18 Dahlgren Avenue in Portsmouth, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Portsmouth Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports academic growth and social-emotional development for its diverse student population. By focusing on core curriculum standards and utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged learners for success in middle school and beyond.

The school plays an active role in the local community, serving as a hub for families in the neighborhood. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, James Hurst Elementary emphasizes the importance of community partnerships, extracurricular engagement, and a supportive school culture. By prioritizing a safe and inclusive atmosphere, the administration and faculty work to encourage student participation and instill a lifelong love of learning among their pupils.

For more information, contact James Hurst Elementary at (757) 558-2811 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.