For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,027 students in 23704, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23704, VA is I.c. Norcom High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23704 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23704, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23704 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is I.c. Norcom High School, with 77% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23704, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
I.c. Norcom High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 London Blvd
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Gr: 9-12 | 1,027 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
23704, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2200 Piedmont Ave.
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Gr: PK | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23704, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23704, VA include I.c. Norcom High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23704?
1 public high schools are located in 23704.
What is the racial composition of students in 23704?
23704 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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