For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,167 students in 23701, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 23701, VA is Manor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23701 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23701, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23701 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Manor High School, with 72% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23701, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manor High School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 Elmhurst Ln
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 465-2907
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 465-2907
Grades: 9-12
| 1,167 students
23701, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Excel Campus High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1401 Elmhurst Ln
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 465-2958
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 465-2958
Grades: 12
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 23701, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 23701, VA include Manor High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23701?
1 public high schools are located in 23701.
What is the racial composition of students in 23701?
23701 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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