For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 876 students in 23237, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23237, VA is Salem Church Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23237 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23237, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23237, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Church Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9700 Salem Church Rd.;
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6225
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6225
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
23237, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Perrymont Middle School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
8610 Perrymont Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3701
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3701
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23237, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23237, VA include Salem Church Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23237?
1 public middle schools are located in 23237.
What is the racial composition of students in 23237?
23237 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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