For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 904 students in 23040, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23040, VA are Cumberland Elementary School and Cumberland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23040 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23040, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23040, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 School Rd
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-4212
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-4212
Gr: PK-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Cumberland Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 School Road
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-4212
Cumberland, VA 23040
(804) 492-4212
Gr: 5-8 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23040, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23040, VA include Cumberland Elementary School and Cumberland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23040?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23040.
What is the racial composition of students in 23040?
23040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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