For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,756 students in 23666, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23666, VA are George P. Phenix Elementary School, Cesar Tarrant Middle School and Thomas Eaton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23666 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23666, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23666, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George P. Phenix Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1061 Big Bethel Road
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 268-3500
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 268-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 1,438 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Cesar Tarrant Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1435 Todds Ln
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 825-4520
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 825-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Eaton Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2108 Cunningham Dr
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 825-4540
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 825-4540
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23666, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23666, VA include George P. Phenix Elementary School, Cesar Tarrant Middle School and Thomas Eaton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23666?
3 public middle schools are located in 23666.
What is the racial composition of students in 23666?
23666 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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