For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,306 students in 23504, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 53 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 23504, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23504, VA are Booker T. Washington High School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Lindenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23504 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23504, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23504, VA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Booker T. Washington High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Park Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-3575
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-3575
Grades: 9-12
| 978 students
Rank: #22.
Richard Bowling Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Grades: PK-5
| 473 students
Rank: #33.
Lindenwood Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Ludlow St
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
Rank: #44.
Ruffner Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
610 May Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Grades: 6-8
| 524 students
Rank: #55.
Tidewater Park Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1045 E Brambleton Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Grades: 3-5
| 190 students
Rank: #66.
Chesterfield Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2915 Westminster Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Rank: #77.
Jacox Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Marshall Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
23504, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dreamkeepers Academy (Closed 2012)
Magnet School
2600 East Princess Anne Rd
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Grades: PK-5
| 372 students
Norfolk Re-ed (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Traep - Norfolk (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23504, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23504, VA include Booker T. Washington High School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Lindenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23504, VA?
7 public schools are located in 23504, VA.
What percentage of students in 23504, VA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 23504, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23504, VA?
23504, VA public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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