For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,604 students in 23605, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 23605, VA are Achievable Dream Middle/high and Heritage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23605 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23605, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23605 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Achievable Dream Middle/high, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23605, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievable Dream Middle/high
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5720 Marshall Ave.
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 283-7820
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 283-7820
Gr: 6-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Heritage High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5800 Marshall Ave
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6100
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23605, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23605, VA include Achievable Dream Middle/high and Heritage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23605?
2 public high schools are located in 23605.
What is the racial composition of students in 23605?
23605 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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