For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,681 students in 23435, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 23435, VA is Nansemond River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 23435 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23435, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23435 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nansemond River High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23435, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nansemond River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3301 Nansemond Pkwy
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4101
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4101
Gr: 9-12 | 1,681 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
23435, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4540 Nansemond Pkwy
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4164
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4164
Gr: PK-5 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23435, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23435, VA include Nansemond River High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23435?
1 public high schools are located in 23435.
What is the racial composition of students in 23435?
23435 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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