For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,949 students in 23831, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23831, VA are Ecoff Elementary School, Harrowgate Elementary School and C.c. Wells Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23831 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23831, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23831, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ecoff Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Ecoff Ave.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6185
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Harrowgate Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Cougar Trail
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 520-6015
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
C.c. Wells Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13101 S. Chester Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6265
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
C.e. Curtis Elementary School
(Math: 57% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
155501 Harrowgate Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 748-1405
Gr: PK | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
23831, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23831, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23831, VA include Ecoff Elementary School, Harrowgate Elementary School and C.c. Wells Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23831?
5 public preschools are located in 23831.
What is the racial composition of students in 23831?
23831 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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