For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,539 students in 23321, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 644 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 23321, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23321, VA are Edwin W Chittum Elementary School, Western Branch High School and Western Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23321 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23321, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23321, VA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edwin W Chittum Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2008 Dock Landing Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 759 students
Rank: #22.
Western Branch High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1968 Bruin Pl
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7900
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,134 students
Rank: #33.
Western Branch Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4201 Hawksley Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Grades: 6-8
| 910 students
Rank: #44.
Western Branch Int
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4013 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Grades: 3-5
| 741 students
Rank: #55.
Jolliff Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1021 Jolliff Rd.
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Grades: 6-8
| 698 students
Rank: #66.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Airline Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Grades: PK-5
| 548 students
Rank: n/an/a
4122 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Grades: PK-2
| 749 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23321, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23321, VA include Edwin W Chittum Elementary School, Western Branch High School and Western Branch Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23321, VA?
7 public schools are located in 23321, VA.
What percentage of students in 23321, VA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 23321, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23321, VA?
23321, VA public schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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