Abby's Ark Early Learning Center in Portsmouth, VA, offers early childhood education for students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a city–based setting.
The school enrolls 16 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 2 teachers.
Abby's Ark has a Christian affiliation and is located in the Olde Towne neighborhood of Portsmouth.
The student body is 80% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for diversity.
Tuition costs align with the local average for Portsmouth elementary private schools, which is $7,690.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Abby's Ark Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Abby's Ark Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for Abby's Ark Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Abby's Ark Early Learning Center located?
Abby's Ark Early Learning Center is located in the Olde Towne neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in Olde Towne.
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