For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 584 students in 23847, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23847, VA is Greensville County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23847 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23847, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23847 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Greensville County 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23847, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greensville County High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
403 Harding St
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-2195
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-2195
Gr: 9-12 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
23847, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
515 Belfield Rd
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-5566
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-5566
Gr: 5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Zion Alternative Ed High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1314 Lowground Rd
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-4400
Emporia, VA 23847
(434) 634-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23847, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23847, VA include Greensville County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23847?
1 public high schools are located in 23847.
What is the racial composition of students in 23847?
23847 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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