For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 775 students in 23803, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23803, VA is Matoaca Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23803 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23803, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23803, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matoaca Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Hickory Road
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 590-3130
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 590-3130
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr.
Special Education School
West Washington St Extended, B
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 524-7676
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 524-7676
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Southside Va Training Center
Special Education School
Bldg 120, Warehouse West Wash
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 524-7340
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 524-7340
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23803, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23803, VA include Matoaca Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23803?
3 public middle schools are located in 23803.
What is the racial composition of students in 23803?
23803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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