For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,223 students in 23974, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 23974, VA are Central High School, Victoria Elementary 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 34% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
131 K-v Rd
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2137
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2137
Grades: 9-12
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
Victoria Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1521 Eighth St
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2163
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2163
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
Lunenburg Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
583 Tomlinson Road
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2161
Victoria, VA 23974
(434) 696-2161
Grades: 6-8
| 333 students
23974, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lunenburg Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
690 Falls Rd
Victoria, VA 23974
(804) 696-2045
Victoria, VA 23974
(804) 696-2045
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23974, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23974, VA include Central High School, Victoria Elementary 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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