Best 23608 Virginia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,992 students in 23608, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA are Woodside High School and Denbigh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23608 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23608, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23608 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodside High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23608, VA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodside High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
13450 Woodside Lane
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7530
Gr: 9-12 | 1,723 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Denbigh High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
259 Denbigh Blvd
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23608, VA include Woodside High School and Denbigh High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23608?
2 public high schools are located in 23608.
What is the racial composition of students in 23608?
23608 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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