For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,097 students in 23606, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23606, VA is Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23606 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23606, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23606, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Minton Dr
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 591-4862
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 591-4862
Gr: 6-8 | 1,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
23606, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Enterprise Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
813 Diligence Drive
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 591-4971
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 591-4971
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23606, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23606, VA include Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23606?
1 public middle schools are located in 23606.
What is the racial composition of students in 23606?
23606 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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