For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 606 students in 23702, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 23702, VA is Cradock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 23702 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23702, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23702, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cradock Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18 Dahlgren Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 558-2811
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 558-2811
Gr: K-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
23702, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cradock Technical & Career Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
4300 George Washington Highway
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-8117
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-8117
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23702, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23702, VA include Cradock Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23702?
1 public elementary schools are located in 23702.
What is the racial composition of students in 23702?
23702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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