For the 2025 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 Southside Stem Academy At Campostella and St. Helena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23523 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1106 Campostella Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Grades: K-8
| 701 students
Rank: #22.
St. Helena Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
903 S Main St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3884
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3884
Grades: PK-5
| 230 students
1530 Cypress St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3870
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3870
Grades: PK
| 172 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23523, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23523, VA include Southside Stem Academy At Campostella and St. Helena Elementary School.
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).
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