For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,223 students in 23974, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 23974, VA are Victoria Elementary School, Central High School and Lunenburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23974 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23974, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23974, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Victoria Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1521 Eighth St
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2163
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2163
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
131 K-v Rd
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2137
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2137
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Lunenburg Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
583 Tomlinson Road
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2161
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2161
Gr: 6-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
23974, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lunenburg Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
690 Falls Rd
Victoria, VA 23974
(804) 696-2045
Victoria, VA 23974
(804) 696-2045
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23974, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23974, VA include Victoria Elementary School, Central High School and Lunenburg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23974?
3 public schools are located in 23974.
What is the racial composition of students in 23974?
23974 public schools minority enrollment is 49% 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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