For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,731 students in 23434, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 23434, VA are King's Fork High School and Lakeland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 23434 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 23434, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 23434 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakeland High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23434, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
King's Fork High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
351 Kings Fork Road
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 923-5240
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 923-5240
Gr: 9-12 | 1,686 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Lakeland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
214 Kenyon Road
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 925-5790
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 925-5790
Gr: 9-12 | 1,045 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 23434, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 23434, VA include King's Fork High School and Lakeland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 23434?
2 public high schools are located in 23434.
What is the racial composition of students in 23434?
23434 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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