For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,211 students in 23430, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 23430, VA are Smithfield High School, Hardy Elementary School and Smithfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23430 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23430, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23430, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithfield High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14171 Turner Dr
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Grades: 9-12
| 1,347 students
Rank: #22.
Hardy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9311 Hardy Cir
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3204
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3204
Grades: PK-4
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Smithfield Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14175 Turner Drive
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Grades: 7-8
| 609 students
Rank: #44.
Westside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Main Street
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3021
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3021
Grades: 4-6
| 729 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23430, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23430, VA include Smithfield High School, Hardy Elementary School and Smithfield Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23430?
4 public schools are located in 23430.
What is the racial composition of students in 23430?
23430 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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