For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,114 students in 23837, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA are Riverdale Elementary School and Southampton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23837 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23837, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23837, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
31023 Camp Parkway
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 562-3007
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 562-3007
Grades: PK-5
| 548 students
Rank: #22.
Southampton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23450 Southampton Pkwy
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-9250
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-9250
Grades: 6-8
| 566 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA include Riverdale Elementary School and Southampton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23837.
What is the racial composition of students in 23837?
23837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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