Best 23509 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 739 students in 23509, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23509, VA is Academy For Discovery At Lakewood. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23509 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23509, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23509, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood
(Math: 81% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1701 Alsace Ave
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Gr: 3-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23509, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23509, VA include Academy For Discovery At Lakewood.
How many public middle schools are located in 23509?
1 public middle schools are located in 23509.
What is the racial composition of students in 23509?
23509 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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