For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,598 students in 23321, VA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 23321, VA are Western Branch Middle School and Jolliff Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23321 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23321, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23321, VA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Branch Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Hawksley Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7920
Gr: 6-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Jolliff Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1021 Jolliff Rd.
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-5246
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 23321, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 23321, VA include Western Branch Middle School and Jolliff Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23321?
2 public middle schools are located in 23321.
What is the racial composition of students in 23321?
23321 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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