WESTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westhaven 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 579 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 34 teachers, Westhaven Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Westhaven Elementary, located at 3701 Clifford St in Portsmouth, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Portsmouth Public Schools district. The school is deeply integrated into its local neighborhood, aiming to provide a supportive learning environment for young students as they progress through their primary education years. Its location in the 23707 zip code places it centrally within the community, making it a focal point for families in the area seeking foundational academic instruction and social development for their children.

As a public elementary school, Westhaven focuses on meeting state-mandated curriculum standards while fostering a culture of student engagement. The school generally emphasizes the development of core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and science, while also incorporating extracurricular activities to promote well-rounded growth. By prioritizing teacher-student interaction and community involvement, Westhaven Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, serving as a cornerstone for academic progress in the Portsmouth area.

For more information, contact Westhaven Elementary at (757) 393-8855 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.