For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 300 students in Cape Charles, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 63 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Cape Charles, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in Cape Charles, VA is Kiptopeke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cape Charles, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Cape Charles have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cape Charles, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kiptopeke Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24023 Fairview Rd
Cape Charles, VA 23310
(757) 678-5151
Cape Charles, VA 23310
(757) 678-5151
Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cape Charles, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cape Charles, VA include Kiptopeke Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cape Charles?
1 public schools are located in Cape Charles.
What percentage of students in Cape Charles go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Cape Charles are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cape Charles?
Cape Charles public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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