For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 504 students in 23851, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23851, VA is Franklin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23851 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23851, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23851, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Crescent Drive
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5187
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5187
Gr: 7-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23851, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23851, VA include Franklin High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23851?
1 public middle schools are located in 23851.
What is the racial composition of students in 23851?
23851 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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