For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,145 students in 23504, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA are Richard Bowling Elementary School, Lindenwood Elementary School and William H. Ruffner Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23504 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23504, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23504, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richard Bowling Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #22.
Lindenwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Ludlow St
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
William H. Ruffner Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
610 May Ave.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2466
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
Rank: #44.
Tidewater Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1045 E Brambleton Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2500
Grades: 3-5
| 124 students
Rank: #55.
Chesterfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2915 Westminster Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
Rank: #66.
Jacox Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Marshall Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Grades: PK-5
| 568 students
23504, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dreamkeepers Academy (Closed 2012)
Magnet School
2600 East Princess Anne Rd
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2555
Grades: PK-5
| 372 students
Norfolk Re-ed (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Traep - Norfolk (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2861 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 892-3960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23504, VA include Richard Bowling Elementary School, Lindenwood Elementary School and William H. Ruffner Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23504?
6 public elementary schools are located in 23504.
What is the racial composition of students in 23504?
23504 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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