Simonsdale Elementary School

Simonsdale Elementary School fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment.

The hallways of Simonsdale Elementary School buzz with the energy of young learners.

Parents actively support the vibrant school community of Simonsdale Elementary School.

Creative projects and interactive lessons thrive within the curriculum at Simonsdale Elementary.

Simonsdale Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6

4841 Clifford St, Portsmouth, VA

Park Manor Neighborhood

Portsmouth City Public Schools

609 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Darlene F. Bright

Student Teacher Ratio
12:1

Math Proficiency
55%

Reading Proficiency
67%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

67%

Math Proficiency

55%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 12:1 Teachers 49	Full Time Teachers 49
Teachers in First or Second Year 4.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

312:1

Student Diversity

Male 51.5%	Female 48.5%
Black 42.1%	White 40.8%
Two or more races 8.6%	Hispanic 7.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 parent

1/11/2026

This has been by far the worst experience of my life and my children’s life do not move your children in the area. They have to go to Somerdale. If you have to ask Hodges Manor of elementary for a school zone waiver your child will be bullied by teacher and staff as well as their peers. None of the...

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!

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$190K - $443K

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Average Home Value

$291,463

Median Lot Size

10,018 Sq Ft

% Renters

39%

Average Household Income

$74,967

% of College Grads

16.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

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% Commercial Property

62.8%

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Manor High School

9th to 12th
Public

C+

I.C. Norcom High School

9th to 12th
Public

C-

Portsmouth Christian School

Pre-K to 12th
Private

B-

Portsmouth City Park

Florida Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground

Southwestern Park

Basketball
Grills
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Beacon Park

Western Branch Park And Sports Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park

Miars Plantation Park

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Trails

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Virginia Portsmouth County Portsmouth 23701 Park Manor

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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 609 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 55% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% 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 $291,463. 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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