Best 23418 Virginia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,075 students in 23418, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 23418, VA are Nandua High School and Nandua Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23418 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23418, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23418, VA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nandua High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
26350 Lankford Highway
Onley, VA 23418
(757) 787-4514
Gr: 9-12 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Nandua Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
20330 Warrior Dr.
Onley, VA 23418
(757) 787-7037
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Badger Vocational Education Center - South
Vocational School
26350 Lankford Highway
Onley, VA 23418
(757) 787-4522

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 23418, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23418, VA include Nandua High School and Nandua Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23418?
3 public schools are located in 23418.
What is the racial composition of students in 23418?
23418 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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