For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 730 students in 23509, VA.
The top ranked public middle school in 23509, VA is Academy For Discovery At Lakewood. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23509 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23509, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23509, VA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood
(Math: 43% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 Alsace Ave
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Grades: 3-8
| 730 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 23509, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 23509, VA include Academy For Discovery At Lakewood.
How many public middle schools are located in 23509?
1 public middle schools are located in 23509.
What is the racial composition of students in 23509?
23509 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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