For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,570 students in 23223, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 23223, VA are Franklin Military Academy and Armstrong High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23223 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23223, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23223 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin Military Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23223, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Military Academy
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 North 37th Street
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-8526
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-8526
Gr: 6-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Armstrong High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Cool Lane
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-4449
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-4449
Gr: 9-12 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
3820 Nine Mile Road
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 305-9263
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 305-9263
Gr: K-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
23223, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 S Laburnum Ave
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 226-8745
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 226-8745
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
1001 Cedar Fork Road
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 343-6550
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 343-6550
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1611 N 31st St
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-8526
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-8526
Gr: 9-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
New Bridge School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5915 Nine Mile Rd
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 328-6125
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 328-6125
Gr: 3-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
2901 Thalen St
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 343-6535
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 343-6535
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
2100 Sussex St
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-4318
Richmond, VA 23223
(804) 780-4318
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23223, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23223, VA include Franklin Military Academy and Armstrong High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23223?
3 public high schools are located in 23223.
What is the racial composition of students in 23223?
23223 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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