For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,494 students in 23453, VA (there are 4 private schools, serving 512 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 23453, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23453, VA are Green Run Collegiate, Princess Anne Middle School and Christopher Farms Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23453 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23453, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23453, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Run Collegiate
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1700 Dahlia Drive, Attn: Rian
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 263-1264
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 263-1264
Grades: 9-12
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Princess Anne Middle School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2323 Holland Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-4950
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-4950
Grades: 6-8
| 1,332 students
Rank: #33.
Christopher Farms Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2828 Pleasant Acres Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-2240
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-2240
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #44.
Rosemont Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1257 Rosemont Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-3600
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Rank: #55.
Green Run Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Green Garden Circle
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-2560
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-2560
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #66.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4180 O'hare Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-3280
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-3280
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: n/an/a
Advanced Technology Center
Vocational School
1800 College Crescent
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-5800
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 648-5800
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23453, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23453, VA include Green Run Collegiate, Princess Anne Middle School and Christopher Farms Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23453?
7 public schools are located in 23453.
What percentage of students in 23453 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 23453 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23453?
23453 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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