For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,784 students in 23836, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23836, VA are Elizabeth Scott Elementary School, Enon Elementary School and Elizabeth Davis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23836 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23836, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23836, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
813 Beginners Trail Loop
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4660
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4660
Gr: PK-5 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Enon Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 E. Hundred Rd.
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 530-5720
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 530-5720
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Elizabeth Davis Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 Corvus Court
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4700
Chester, VA 23836
(804) 541-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23836, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23836, VA include Elizabeth Scott Elementary School, Enon Elementary School and Elizabeth Davis Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23836?
3 public elementary schools are located in 23836.
What is the racial composition of students in 23836?
23836 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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