For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,180 students in 23509, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA are Academy For Discovery At Lakewood and Willard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23509 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23509, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23509, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood
(Math: 81% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1701 Alsace Ave
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2477
Gr: 3-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Willow Wood Dr
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2721
Norfolk, VA 23509
(757) 628-2721
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23509, VA include Academy For Discovery At Lakewood and Willard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23509?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23509.
What is the racial composition of students in 23509?
23509 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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