For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,070 students in 23236, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23236, VA are W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Providence Elementary School and Reams Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23236 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23236, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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 23236, VA Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 23236, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23236, VA include W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Providence Elementary School and Reams Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23236?
5 public elementary schools are located in 23236.
What is the racial composition of students in 23236?
23236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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