For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 931 students in 23523, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 23523 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23523, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23523, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Helena Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1106 Campostella Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Gr: K-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23523, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23523, VA include St. Helena Elementary School and Southside Stem Academy At Campostella.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23523?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23523.
What is the racial composition of students in 23523?
23523 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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