Top Schools in Virginia Beach
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Frank W. Cox High School
Top-performing school
Princess Anne High School
Top school in Virginia Beach
Kellam High School
Top school in Virginia Beach
Great Neck Middle School
Top school in Virginia Beach
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes in Virginia Beach school zones often command premiums. Experienced agents in Virginia Beach know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars.
Virginia Beach's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Virginia Beach.
Commute from Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach parents: 25-min drive to downtown.
25 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Major Highways
I-264, I-64, Rt 44, Rt 13
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How Do Virginia Beach Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which public schools serve Virginia Beach, VA?
Public schools in Virginia Beach include Frank W. Cox High School, Princess Anne High School, Kellam High School, Great Neck Middle School. Virginia Beach schools have a 82% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Virginia Beach schools compare to Norfolk?
Virginia Beach schools have a 82% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: experienced agents in Virginia Beach know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Virginia Beach schools worth the higher home prices?
Homes in established Virginia Beach school zones typically command higher prices. School zone is one of the factors that influences long-term home value. For families focused on school assignment, the premium usually pays for itself in resale value.
What school district is Virginia Beach, VA in?
Virginia Beach is served by Virginia Beach Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include Frank W. Cox High School and Princess Anne High School. smover verifies agents in Virginia Beach by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.