For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,313 students in 23320, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23320, VA is Oscar F. Smith High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23320 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23320, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23320 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oscar F. Smith High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23320, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oscar F. Smith High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1994 Tiger Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 548-0696
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 548-0696
Gr: 9-12 | 2,313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Southeastern Va Tr Ctr Ep
Special Education School
2100 Steppingstone Square
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(804) 424-8270
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(804) 424-8270
Gr: PK-12
23320, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Tidewater Women's Det Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
201 Greenbrier Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 549-0012
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 549-0012
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23320, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23320, VA include Oscar F. Smith High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23320?
2 public high schools are located in 23320.
What is the racial composition of students in 23320?
23320 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% 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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