For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,132 students in 23702, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 608 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 23702, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23702, VA are Cradock Middle School and Cradock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23702 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23702, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23702, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cradock Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Alden Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-8788
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-8788
Gr: 7-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Cradock Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18 Dahlgren Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 558-2811
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 558-2811
Gr: K-6 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23702, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23702, VA include Cradock Middle School and Cradock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23702?
2 public schools are located in 23702.
What percentage of students in 23702 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 23702 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23702?
23702 public schools minority enrollment is 92% 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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