For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,673 students in 23605, VA.
The top ranked public high schools in 23605, VA are Heritage High School and Achievable Dream Middle/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23605 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23605, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23605 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Virginia average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Achievable Dream Middle/high, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23605, VA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5800 Marshall Ave
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6100
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,168 students
Rank: #22.
Achievable Dream Middle/high
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5720 Marshall Ave.
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 283-7820
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 283-7820
Grades: 6-12
| 505 students
23605, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5720 Marshall Ave
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6819
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6819
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 23605, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 23605, VA include Heritage High School and Achievable Dream Middle/high.
How many public high schools are located in 23605, VA?
2 public high schools are located in 23605, VA.
What is the racial composition of students in 23605, VA?
23605, VA public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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