Schools Near Dam Neck Annex
Top-rated public schools for military families stationed at Dam Neck. Direct guide to the strongest schools in the Dam Neck commute zone.
Picking a neighborhood near Dam Neck usually comes down to schools second, commute first. Average ratings vary a lot across Hampton Roads cities — some districts (York County, Virginia Beach) consistently outperform; others (Norfolk, Portsmouth) have great magnet/specialty programs but lower averages. Below: city-level averages, then the specific strongest schools in your commute zone.
High school ratings: Dam Neck commute zone
Average GreatSchools rating by city in the Dam Neck commute area. Higher = better.
| City | Elementary avg | Middle avg | High avg | Total schools |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 82 |
| Chesapeake | 6.0 | 6.4 | 5.9 | 38 |
| Norfolk | 5.0 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 45 |
Source: GreatSchools.org ratings, compiled May 2026. Verify per-school ratings at GreatSchools.org and Virginia DOE.
Top-rated schools in the Dam Neck commute zone
If schools are the deciding factor in your home search, these are the strongest options within a reasonable commute.
Kellam High School — High · Virginia Beach
Most-requested HS for Dam Neck families; serves Red Mill, Strawbridge, Lago Mar, Sandbridge.
Strawbridge Elementary — Elementary · Virginia Beach
Walkable for several Dam Neck-popular subdivisions.
Princess Anne Middle School — Middle · Virginia Beach
Reliable middle in the Kellam pipeline.
Ocean Lakes High School — High · Virginia Beach
Math/science academy magnet; great for STEM-leaning kids.
Three Oaks Elementary — Elementary · Virginia Beach
Pairs with Ocean Lakes HS feeder.
Cape Henry Collegiate — K-12 · Virginia Beach (private)
Top-rated private with manageable commute.
Source: GreatSchools.org, May 2026. Application/zoning rules vary; verify with the relevant school district before committing to a neighborhood.
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