For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,685 students in 23831, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 162 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 23831, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23831, VA are Thomas Dale High School, Harrowgate Elementary School and Ecoff Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23831 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23831, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23831, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Dale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3626 W. Hundred Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Grades: 9-12
| 2,556 students
Rank: #22.
Harrowgate Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #33.
Ecoff Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Ecoff Ave.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Grades: PK-5
| 730 students
Rank: #44.
C.c. Wells Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13101 S. Chester Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
C.e. Curtis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3600 W Hundred Rd
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6175
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6175
Grades: PK-5
| 727 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Carver College And Career Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12400 Branders Bridge Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Grades: 9-12
| 249 students
Rank: #77.
Carver Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 524-3620
Grades: 6-8
| 1,022 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy
Magnet School
155501 Harrogate Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Grades: PK
| 367 students
23831, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3900 West Hundred Rd
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6145
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6145
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23831, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23831, VA include Thomas Dale High School, Harrowgate Elementary School and Ecoff Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23831?
8 public schools are located in 23831.
What percentage of students in 23831 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 23831 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23831?
23831 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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