For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,714 students in 23236, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 272 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 23236, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23236, VA are W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Monacan High School and Providence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23236 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23236, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23236, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W.w. Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11701 Gordon School Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2410
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2410
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Monacan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11501 Smoketree Dr.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2480
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2480
Gr: 9-12 | 1,644 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11001 W. Providence Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1345
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1345
Gr: PK-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Reams Road Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10141 Reams Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1370
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1370
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
A.m. Davis Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 S Providence Rd
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1310
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1310
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
421 South Providence Road
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 818-5630
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 818-5630
Gr: K-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23236, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23236, VA include W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Monacan High School and Providence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23236?
6 public schools are located in 23236.
What percentage of students in 23236 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 23236 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23236?
23236 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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