For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 701 students in 23523, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23523, VA is Southside Stem Academy At Campostella. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23523 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23523, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23523, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Stem Academy At Campostella
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1106 Campostella Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 628-2555
Gr: K-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23523, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23523, VA include Southside Stem Academy At Campostella.
How many public middle schools are located in 23523?
1 public middle schools are located in 23523.
What is the racial composition of students in 23523?
23523 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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