For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 460 students in 23055, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 221 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 23055, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in 23055, VA is Carysbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 23055 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23055, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23055, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carysbrook Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9172 James Madison Highway
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-1241
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-1241
Gr: 3-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23055, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23055, VA include Carysbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23055?
1 public schools are located in 23055.
What percentage of students in 23055 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 23055 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23055?
23055 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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