For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 798 students in 23703, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23703, VA is Churchland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23703 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23703, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23703, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Churchland Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4051 River Shore Rd
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 686-2512
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 686-2512
Gr: 7-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23703, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23703, VA include Churchland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23703?
1 public middle schools are located in 23703.
What is the racial composition of students in 23703?
23703 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% 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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