For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,282 students in 23430, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 23430, VA are Smithfield High School, Smithfield Middle School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23430 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23430, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23430, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithfield High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14171 Turner Dr
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3108
Gr: 9-12 | 1,310 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Smithfield Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14175 Turner Drive
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Gr: 7-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Main Street
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3021
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3021
Gr: 4-6 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Hardy Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9389 Old Stage Hwy
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3204
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3204
Gr: PK-4 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23430, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23430, VA include Smithfield High School, Smithfield Middle School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23430?
4 public schools are located in 23430.
What is the racial composition of students in 23430?
23430 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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