For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 491 students in Dendron, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dendron, VA are Luther P. Jackson Middle School and Surry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dendron, VA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dendron have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dendron, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luther P. Jackson Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4255 New Design Rd
Dendron, VA 23839
(757) 267-2810
Dendron, VA 23839
(757) 267-2810
Gr: 5-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Surry Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Hollybush Rd
Dendron, VA 23839
(757) 267-2558
Dendron, VA 23839
(757) 267-2558
Gr: PK-4 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dendron, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dendron, VA include Luther P. Jackson Middle School and Surry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dendron?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dendron.
What is the racial composition of students in Dendron?
Dendron public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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