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Best 23523 Virginia Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,103 students in 23523, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 23523, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).

The top ranked public schools in 23523, VA are St. Helena Elementary School and Southside Stem Academy At Campostella. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 23523 have an score of 26% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and score of 35% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23523, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.

Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23523, VA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

St. Helena Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
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903 S Main St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3884

Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: #22.

Southside Stem Academy At Campostella

(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
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1106 Campostella Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555

Gr: K-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: n/an/a

Berkley/campostella Early Childhood Education Center

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1530 Cypress St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3870

Gr: PK | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 23523, VA?

The top ranked public schools in 23523, VA include St. Helena Elementary School and Southside Stem Academy At Campostella.

How many public schools are located in 23523?

3 public schools are located in 23523.

What percentage of students in 23523 go to public school?

96% of all K-12 students in 23523 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).

What is the racial composition of students in 23523?

23523 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).