For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,107 students in 23502, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23502, VA is Lake Taylor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23502 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23502, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23502 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Taylor High School, with 70% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23502, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Taylor High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1384 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3200
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
23502, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1132 Wade St
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3260
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3260
Gr: PK-2 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
5523 Pebble Lane
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3280
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-3280
Gr: PK-2 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Southeastern Coop Ed Pgm (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
6160 Kempsville Cr., Suite 300
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-6100
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 892-6100
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23502, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23502, VA include Lake Taylor High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23502?
1 public high schools are located in 23502.
What is the racial composition of students in 23502?
23502 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% 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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