For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,245 students in 23435, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23435, VA are John Yeates Middle School and Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23435 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23435, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23435, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Yeates Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4901 Bennetts Pasture Rd
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4105
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 923-4105
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7401 Burbage Drive
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 925-6752
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 925-6752
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23435, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23435, VA include John Yeates Middle School and Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23435?
2 public middle schools are located in 23435.
What is the racial composition of students in 23435?
23435 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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