For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,483 students in 23321, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23321, VA are Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School, Western Branch Middle School and Western Branch Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23321 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23321, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23321, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2008 Dock Landing Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 759 students
Rank: #22.
Western Branch Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4201 Hawksley Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Grades: 6-8
| 903 students
Rank: #33.
Western Branch Intermediate
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4013 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7941
Grades: 3-5
| 771 students
Rank: #44.
Jolliff Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1021 Jolliff Rd.
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Rank: #55.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Airline Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Grades: PK-5
| 550 students
Rank: n/an/a
4122 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Grades: PK-2
| 805 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23321, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23321, VA include Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School, Western Branch Middle School and Western Branch Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23321?
6 public elementary schools are located in 23321.
What is the racial composition of students in 23321?
23321 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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