Best 23323 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,050 students in 23323, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23323, VA are Hugo A. Owens Middle School and Deep Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23323 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23323, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23323, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hugo A. Owens Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1997 Horseback Run
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5382
Gr: 6-8 | 1,286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1955 Deal Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5321
Gr: 6-8 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23323, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23323, VA include Hugo A. Owens Middle School and Deep Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23323?
2 public middle schools are located in 23323.
What is the racial composition of students in 23323?
23323 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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