Best 23464 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,852 students in 23464, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23464, VA are Salem Middle School, Kempsville Middle School and Brandon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23464 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23464, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23464, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2380 Lynnhaven Pkwy
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 648-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,072 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Kempsville Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
860 Churchill Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 648-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Brandon Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Pope St
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
(757) 648-4450
Gr: 6-8 | 1,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23464, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23464, VA include Salem Middle School, Kempsville Middle School and Brandon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23464?
3 public middle schools are located in 23464.
What is the racial composition of students in 23464?
23464 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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