For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 595 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 44% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23437, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23437, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 Pioneer Rd
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 925-5782
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 925-5782
Grades: PK-5
| 595 students
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 40% 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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