For the 2025 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 39% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23704, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23704 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is I.c. Norcom High School, with 81% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
I.c. Norcom High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 London Blvd
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5442
Grades: 9-12
| 1,027 students
23704, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 Piedmont Ave.
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-5247
Grades: PK
| 170 students
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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