For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,892 students in 23704, VA (there are 6 private schools, serving 358 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 23704, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23704, VA are I.c. Norcom High School, Park View Elementary School and Brighton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23704 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23704, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23704, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
I.c. Norcom High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 London Blvd
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Gr: 9-12 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
260 Elm Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8647
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8647
Gr: K-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Brighton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Portsmouth Blvd.
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8870
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-8870
Gr: K-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
23704, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2200 Piedmont Ave.
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Gr: PK | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23704, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23704, VA include I.c. Norcom High School, Park View Elementary School and Brighton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23704?
3 public schools are located in 23704.
What percentage of students in 23704 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 23704 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23704?
23704 public schools minority enrollment is 95% 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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