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New Directions Center

401 West Road
Portsmouth, VA 23707

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (01-02)
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (VA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
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14:1
American Indian
(01-02)
n/a
n/a
Asian
(01-02)
n/a
5%
Hispanic
(01-02)
n/a
5%
Black
(01-02)
94%
27%
White
(01-02)
6%
63%
Hawaiian
(01-02)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(01-02)
n/a
n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
56%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend New Directions Center?
34 students attend New Directions Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of New Directions Center students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What school district is New Directions Center part of?
New Directions Center is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is New Directions Center located?
New Directions Center is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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