For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,124 students in 23851, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 23851, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23851, VA are Franklin High School and S.p. Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23851 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23851, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23851, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Crescent Drive
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5187
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5187
Gr: 7-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
S.p. Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Morton Street
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Gr: PK-6 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23851, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23851, VA include Franklin High School and S.p. Morton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23851?
3 public schools are located in 23851.
What percentage of students in 23851 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 23851 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23851?
23851 public schools minority enrollment is 87% 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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