For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,727 students in 23834, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23834, VA are Tussing Elementary School, North Elementary School and Colonial Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23834 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23834, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23834, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tussing Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5501 Conduit Rd
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3440
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3440
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Dale Ave
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3430
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3430
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Colonial Heights Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Conduit Rd
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3420
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3420
Gr: 6-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Marguerite F. Christian Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14801 Woods Edge Rd.
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 530-5733
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 530-5733
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Taswell Ave
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3435
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 524-3435
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23834, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23834, VA include Tussing Elementary School, North Elementary School and Colonial Heights Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23834?
5 public elementary schools are located in 23834.
What is the racial composition of students in 23834?
23834 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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