For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 970 students in 23324, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23324, VA is Oscar Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23324 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23324, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23324, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oscar Smith Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Rodgers St
Chesapeake, VA 23324
(757) 494-7590
Chesapeake, VA 23324
(757) 494-7590
Gr: 6-8 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23324, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23324, VA include Oscar Smith Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23324?
1 public middle schools are located in 23324.
What is the racial composition of students in 23324?
23324 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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