For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 704 students in 23837, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23837, VA is Southampton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23837 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23837, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23837 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southampton High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23837, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southampton High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23350 Southampton Pkwy
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-2751
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-2751
Gr: 9-12 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23837, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23837, VA include Southampton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23837?
1 public high schools are located in 23837.
What is the racial composition of students in 23837?
23837 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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