For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,599 students in 23321, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 796 private students). 89% 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 77% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23321, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23321, VA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2008 Dock Landing Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Western Branch High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1968 Bruin Pl
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7900
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,116 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Western Branch Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Hawksley Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Gr: 6-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Jolliff Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1021 Jolliff Rd.
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Western Branch Intermediate
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4013 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Gr: 3-5 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Airline Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
4122 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Gr: PK-2 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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?
7 public schools are located in 23321.
What percentage of students in 23321 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 23321 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23321?
23321 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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