For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,035 students in 23518, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 364 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 23518, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23518, VA are Tarrallton Elementary School, Larrymore Elementary School and Crossroads Prek-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23518 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23518, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23518, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tarrallton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2080 Tarrallton Dr
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-1800
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Larrymore Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Halprin Dr
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3070
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Crossroads Prek-8 School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8021 Old Ocean View Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3050
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3050
Gr: PK-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Azalea Gardens Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7721 Azalea Garden Rd
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3000
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Little Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7900 Tarpon Place
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3080
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 531-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23518, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23518, VA include Tarrallton Elementary School, Larrymore Elementary School and Crossroads Prek-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 23518?
5 public schools are located in 23518.
What percentage of students in 23518 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 23518 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23518?
23518 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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