For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,291 students in 23320, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 23320, VA is Oscar F. Smith High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23320 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23320, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23320 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oscar F. Smith High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23320, VA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oscar F. Smith High School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1994 Tiger Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 548-0696
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 548-0696
Grades: 9-12
| 2,291 students
Rank: n/an/a
Southeastern Va Tr Ctr Ep
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2100 Steppingstone Square
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(804) 424-8270
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(804) 424-8270
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
23320, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Tidewater Women's Det Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
201 Greenbrier Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 549-0012
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 549-0012
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 23320, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 23320, VA include Oscar F. Smith High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23320?
2 public high schools are located in 23320.
What is the racial composition of students in 23320?
23320 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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