For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 620 students in 23851, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 23851, VA is S.p. Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 23851 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23851, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23851, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
S.p. Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Morton Street
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Gr: PK-6 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23851, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23851, VA include S.p. Morton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23851?
1 public preschools are located in 23851.
What is the racial composition of students in 23851?
23851 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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