For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,558 students in 23518, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23518, VA are Crossroads Prek-8 School and Azalea Gardens Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23518 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23518, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23518, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crossroads Prek-8 School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8021 Old Ocean View Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3050
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3050
Gr: PK-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Azalea Gardens Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7721 Azalea Garden Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3000
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23518, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23518, VA include Crossroads Prek-8 School and Azalea Gardens Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23518?
2 public middle schools are located in 23518.
What is the racial composition of students in 23518?
23518 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% 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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