For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,411 students in 23231, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23231, VA is Varina High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23231 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23231, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23231 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Varina High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23231, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Varina High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7053 Messer Rd
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 226-8700
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 226-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,411 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
23231, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8320 Buffin Rd
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 795-7020
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 795-7020
Gr: PK-2 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
6901 Messer Rd
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 226-8730
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 226-8730
Gr: 6-8 | 1,464 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
3400 Darbytown Road
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 795-7030
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 795-7030
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23231, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23231, VA include Varina High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23231?
1 public high schools are located in 23231.
What is the racial composition of students in 23231?
23231 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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