For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 640 students in 23851, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23851, VA are Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School and S.p. Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23851 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23851, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23851, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Charles Street
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-4631
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-4631
Gr: 6-7 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
S.p. Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Morton Street
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Franklin, VA 23851
(757) 562-5458
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23851, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23851, VA include Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School and S.p. Morton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23851?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23851.
What is the racial composition of students in 23851?
23851 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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