For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 712 students in 23936, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 23936, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 23936, VA is Buckingham Co Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23936 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23936, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23936, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckingham Co Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 Frank Harris Raod
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 505-0000
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 505-0000
Gr: 3-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
128 Frank Harris Road
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 505-0001
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 505-0001
Gr: K-2 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
23936, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Buckingham Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1349 Correctional Center Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(804) 983-3011
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(804) 983-3011
Dillwyn Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1522 Prison Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(804) 983-4200
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(804) 983-4200
40 Frank Harris Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 969-4490
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 969-4490
Gr: 4-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
52 Dillwyn Primary Rd
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-2861
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-2861
Gr: PK-3 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23936, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23936, VA include Buckingham Co Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23936?
2 public schools are located in 23936.
What percentage of students in 23936 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 23936 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23936?
23936 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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