For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,467 students in 23661, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 23661, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23661, VA are Armstrong Elementary School, Hunter B. Andrews and A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23661 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23661, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23661, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3401 Matoaka Rd
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1067
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1067
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Hunter B. Andrews
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Victoria Boulevard
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 268-3333
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 268-3333
Gr: PK-8 | 1,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
671 Bell St
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1071
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1071
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1636 Briarfield Rd
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 825-4560
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 825-4560
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23661, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23661, VA include Armstrong Elementary School, Hunter B. Andrews and A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23661?
4 public schools are located in 23661.
What percentage of students in 23661 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 23661 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23661?
23661 public schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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