For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,942 students in 23323, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23323, VA are Grassfield Elementary School, Deep Creek Central Elementary School and Hugo A. Owens Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23323 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23323, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23323, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grassfield Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2248 Averill Dr.
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-8923
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-8923
Gr: PK-5 | 1,306 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Central Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2448 Shipyard Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5356
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5356
Gr: PK-5 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Hugo A. Owens Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1997 Horseback Run
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5382
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5382
Gr: 6-8 | 1,286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Deep Creek Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2809 Forehand Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5333
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5333
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Camelot Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Guenevere Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5347
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5347
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
G.a. Treakle Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Gilmerton Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5361
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Deep Creek Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1955 Deal Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5321
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5321
Gr: 6-8 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
23323, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
140 George Washington Hwy N
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5340
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5340
Gr: 4-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23323, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23323, VA include Grassfield Elementary School, Deep Creek Central Elementary School and Hugo A. Owens Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23323?
7 public elementary schools are located in 23323.
What is the racial composition of students in 23323?
23323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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