Toras Chaim in Portsmouth, VA is a co–ed Jewish private school serving grades PK through 8 with a total enrollment of 90 students in a city–based community.
The school was founded in 2002 and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 10 teachers, 90% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition for this PK–8 private school is $11,000, with rolling admissions and an application deadline of July 1.
Toras Chaim holds memberships with Cognia and the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools, offering a formal dress code in its academic programs.
Among private schools in Virginia, Toras Chaim ranks in the top 20% for percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,000
- Application Deadline: Jul. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Toras Chaim ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Speech and Language
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jul. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
Tuition Notes
11000 is for kindergarten through 8th grade.
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Toras Chaim; with life, for life!
- Our school serves the Jewish community. All students accepted must either be Jewish or have a sponsoring Rabbi indicating intent to become Jewish.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Toras Chaim cost?
Toras Chaim's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
What is Toras Chaim's ranking?
Toras Chaim ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Toras Chaim?
The application deadline for Toras Chaim is Jul. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jul. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Toras Chaim is Sweethaven Christian Academy (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christopher Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Preparatory School (0.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
4811 High Street W
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 414-1495
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 414-1495
0.1 miles
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Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-6776
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-6776
0.3 miles
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Daycare / Preschool
5700 Trucker St.
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-1965
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-1965
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
5000 W Norfolk Rd
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-4136
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 484-4136
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 179 students Sports: 3
Churchland Baptist Preschool and Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
3031 Churchland Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 484-2373
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 484-2373
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