For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,736 students in 23517, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23517, VA is Matthew Fontaine Maury High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23517 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23517, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23517 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Matthew Fontaine Maury High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23517, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 Shirley Ave
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 628-3344
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 628-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 1,736 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
23517, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23517, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23517, VA include Matthew Fontaine Maury High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23517?
1 public high schools are located in 23517.
What is the racial composition of students in 23517?
23517 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% 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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