For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,966 students in 23841, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 41 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 23841, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23841, VA are Dinwiddie County High School, Dinwiddie Elementary School and Southside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23841 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23841, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23841, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dinwiddie County High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11501 Boisseau Road
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4280
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4280
Gr: 9-12 | 1,260 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Dinwiddie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13811 Boydton Plank Rd
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4580
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4580
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10305 Boydton Plank Rd
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4480
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-4480
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Dinwiddie County Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11608 Courthouse Road
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-5430
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-5430
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
23841, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11608 Courthouse Rd
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-5430
Dinwiddie, VA 23841
(804) 469-5430
Gr: 8-9 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23841, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23841, VA include Dinwiddie County High School, Dinwiddie Elementary School and Southside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23841?
4 public schools are located in 23841.
What percentage of students in 23841 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 23841 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23841?
23841 public schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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