Best 23606 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,087 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23606, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Minton Dr
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 591-4862
Gr: 6-8 | 1,087 students Minority enrollment: 68%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 23606 Virginia

23606, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
813 Diligence Drive
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 68% 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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