For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 846 students in 23226, VA (there are 10 private schools, serving 2,781 private students). 23% of all K-12 students in 23226, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23226, VA are Mary Munford Elementary School and Crestview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23226 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23226, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23226, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mary Munford Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
211 Westmoreland Street
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 780-6267
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 780-6267
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #22.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Charles St
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 673-3775
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 673-3775
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23226, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23226, VA include Mary Munford Elementary School and Crestview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23226?
2 public schools are located in 23226.
What percentage of students in 23226 go to public school?
23% of all K-12 students in 23226 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23226?
23226 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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