For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,773 students in 23831, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 140 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 23831, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23831, VA are Thomas Dale High School, Ecoff Elementary School and Harrowgate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23831 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23831, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23831, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Dale High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3626 W. Hundred Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Gr: 9-12 | 2,582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Ecoff Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Ecoff Ave.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Harrowgate Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
C.c. Wells Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13101 S. Chester Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
C.e. Curtis Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3600 W Hundred Rd
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6175
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6175
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Carver College And Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12400 Branders Bridge Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Gr: 6-8 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
155501 Harrowgate Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Gr: PK | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23831, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23831, VA include Thomas Dale High School, Ecoff Elementary School and Harrowgate Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23831?
8 public schools are located in 23831.
What percentage of students in 23831 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 23831 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23831?
23831 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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