For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 609 students in 23437, VA.
The top-ranked public school in 23437, VA is Southwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 23437 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23437, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23437, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 Pioneer Rd
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 925-5782
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 925-5782
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23437, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23437, VA include Southwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23437?
1 public schools are located in 23437.
What is the racial composition of students in 23437?
23437 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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