For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,048 students in 23842, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23842, VA are South Elementary School and David A. Harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23842 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23842, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23842, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13400 Prince George Dr
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2755
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2755
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
David A. Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 E Quaker Rd
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 991-2242
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 991-2242
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
23842, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
18701 James River Dr
Disputanta, VA 23842
(757) 866-8422
Disputanta, VA 23842
(757) 866-8422
Gr: K-2 | 46 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23842, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23842, VA include South Elementary School and David A. Harrison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23842?
2 public preschools are located in 23842.
What is the racial composition of students in 23842?
23842 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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