For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,013 students in 23831, VA.
The top ranked public middle school in 23831, VA is Carver Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23831 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23831, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23831, VA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Gr: 6-8 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
23831, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 23831, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 23831, VA include Carver Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23831?
1 public middle schools are located in 23831.
What is the racial composition of students in 23831?
23831 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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