For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,325 students in 23836, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23836, VA is Elizabeth Davis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23836 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23836, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23836, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Davis Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 Corvus Court
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4700
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,325 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23836, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23836, VA include Elizabeth Davis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23836?
1 public middle schools are located in 23836.
What is the racial composition of students in 23836?
23836 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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