Simonsdale Elementary School

Simonsdale Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
4841 Clifford St,  Portsmouth, VA
Portsmouth City Public Schools
4.2
609 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Darlene F. Bright
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.2%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
312:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
45.6%
Black
37.9%
Two or more races
9%
Hispanic
6.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 5 Reviews
4.0 parent
5/7/2024
As a former parent of Simonsdale we had a wonderful experience. The Principal King and staff made the experience great for the children and Parents.I was a bit apprehensive about the change from my child’s elementary school in Chesapeake to Portsmouth. However, I was pleasantly surprised about the f...
2.0 parent
6/3/2022
I took my child to Simonsdale K-6 and I am highly disappointed. Its one of the better schools in the district and it’s great if you have a younger child. For children in the higher grades (5th and 6th) that’s where the main drama and bullying starts though the administration does nothing about it. K...
5.0 parent
2/26/2022
Awesome school and staff! My daughter loves going to school each day!
5.0 parent
8/4/2015
Great teachers. Staff is always front and center where they see a need. I have a son in kindergarten and another son in second grade there. I know when they are there that they are safe and cared for.

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Simonsdale Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Portsmouth, VA and is served by the Portsmouth City Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 609 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Simonsdale Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $282,101. Discover additional schools in the area, like Manor High School, I.C. Norcom High School, Portsmouth Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Portsmouth has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Simonsdale Elementary School.

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