For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,179 students in 23509, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA are Academy For Discovery At Lakewood and Willard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23509 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23509, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23509, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood
(Math: 43% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Alsace Ave
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Grades: 3-8
| 730 students
Rank: #22.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Willow Wood Dr
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2721
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2721
Grades: PK-5
| 449 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA include Academy For Discovery At Lakewood and Willard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23509?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23509.
What is the racial composition of students in 23509?
23509 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% 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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