What types of schools are available in Suffolk, Virginia?

Suffolk, Virginia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Suffolk, Virginia

Q: How many schools are in Suffolk, Virginia?

There are 19 schools in Suffolk, Virginia, serving 14,565 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Suffolk?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Suffolk, Virginia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 19 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

14,565

Total Students

Across Suffolk

15.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

19 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)11 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,686 students at King'S Fork High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Northern Shores Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6701 Respass Beach Rd, Suffolk, VA 23435

Southwestern Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

150 Pioneer Rd, Suffolk, VA 23437

3301 Nansemond Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23435

Colonel Fred Cherry Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

7401 Burbage Drive, Suffolk, VA 23435

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

350 Kings Fork Rd., Suffolk, VA 23434

1000 Bennetts Creek Park Road, Suffolk, VA 23435

1101 Hillpoint Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434

Kilby Shores Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

111 Kilby Shores Dr, Suffolk, VA 23434

Nansemond Parkway Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

3012 Nansemond Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23434

Elephant'S Fork Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2316 William Reid Dr, Suffolk, VA 23434

Booker T. Washington Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

204 Walnut Street, Suffolk, VA 23434

5505 Godwin Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434

351 Kings Fork Road, Suffolk, VA 23434

214 Kenyon Road, Suffolk, VA 23434

Mack Benn Jr. Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1253 Nansemond Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23434

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

4901 Bennetts Pasture Rd, Suffolk, VA 23435

John F. Kennedy Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2325 E Washington St, Suffolk, VA 23434

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

200 Forest Glen Dr, Suffolk, VA 23434

Florence Bowser Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

4540 Nansemond Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23435

Detailed Overview of Schools in Suffolk

Suffolk, Virginia is home to 19 schools serving over 14,565 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Suffolk, Virginia?

There are 19 schools in Suffolk, serving 14,565 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Suffolk?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Suffolk include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Suffolk?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Suffolk is 15.2:1.

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