For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,232 students in 23504, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA are Lindenwood Elementary School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Ruffner School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23504 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23504, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23504, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindenwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Ludlow St
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Richard Bowling Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Ruffner School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
610 May Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Gr: 3-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Jacox Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Marshall Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Chesterfield Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2915 Westminster Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
23504, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2600 East Princess Anne Rd
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Norfolk Re-ed (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
1045 E Brambleton Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Gr: 3-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Traep - Norfolk (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA include Lindenwood Elementary School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Ruffner School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23504?
5 public elementary schools are located in 23504.
What is the racial composition of students in 23504?
23504 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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