For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,067 students in 23608, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA are Woodside High School and Denbigh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23608 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23608, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23608 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodside High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23608, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodside High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13450 Woodside Lane
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7530
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7530
Gr: 9-12 | 1,810 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Denbigh High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
259 Denbigh Blvd
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7700
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,257 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
23608, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15638 Warwick Blvd
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 888-3310
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 888-3310
Gr: 6-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA include Woodside High School and Denbigh High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23608?
2 public high schools are located in 23608.
What is the racial composition of students in 23608?
23608 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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