| School | Grades | GreatSchools rating |
|---|---|---|
| Churchland Elementary School | K-6 | 6/10 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary School | PK-6 | 3/10 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate School | K-6 | 4/10 |
| Churchland Middle School | 7-8 | 3/10 |
| Churchland High School | 9-12 | 6/10 |
Ratings from GreatSchools.org, checked Sept 2026. Ratings change, and school zones vary by address — always confirm the assigned schools with Chesapeake Public Schools.
A Cluster of Top-Rated Portsmouth Schools
Churchland is home to several of Portsmouth's most highly regarded public schools, including multiple elementary options such as Churchland Elementary, which carries a GreatSchools rating of 6 out of 10 [1](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/portsmouth/1298-Churchland-Elementary-School/), Churchland Academy Elementary, rated 3 out of 10 [2](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/portsmouth/1322-Churchland-Academy-Elementary/), and Churchland Primary & Intermediate, rated 4 out of 10 [3](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/portsmouth/1300-Churchland-Primary--Intermediate-School/), along with Churchland Middle School, rated 3 out of 10 [4](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/portsmouth/1299-Churchland-Middle-School/), and Churchland High School, rated 6 out of 10 [5](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/portsmouth/1294-Churchland-High-School/). These schools are consistently listed among the top-rated schools in Portsmouth City Public Schools.
Because there are several elementary schools within Churchland, exactly which one serves a given address depends on the specific attendance zone rather than the neighborhood name alone.
Middle and High School
Churchland Middle School serves grades 7 and 8, and Churchland High School serves grades 9 through 12, with both located on River Shore Road and Cedar Lane, respectively, within the neighborhood. Families researching Churchland consistently cite these schools as a reason for choosing the area, though I always encourage a visit rather than relying on reputation alone.
For a wider look at how I help families evaluate schools and zoning across Hampton Roads, see my schools guide for South Norfolk.
Confirm Zoning Before You Buy
Because Churchland has multiple elementary schools serving different sections of the neighborhood, the most reliable way to confirm which schools serve a specific address is to check directly with Portsmouth Public Schools' attendance zone office rather than assuming based on a listing or a map. I do this for every buyer client with school-age children.
For more on buying or selling in the neighborhood, see my buying guide and selling guide.
