Best 23523 Virginia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), 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).