For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,162 students in Heathsville, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Heathsville, VA are Northumberland High School, Northumberland Middle School and Northumberland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Heathsville, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Heathsville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Heathsville, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northumberland High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Academic Lane
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-5192
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-5192
Grades: 9-12
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Northumberland Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
175 Academic Lane
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-5753
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-5753
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
Rank: #33.
Northumberland Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
757 Academic Lane
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-8032
Heathsville, VA 22473
(804) 580-8032
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Heathsville, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Heathsville, VA include Northumberland High School, Northumberland Middle School and Northumberland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Heathsville?
3 public schools are located in Heathsville.
What is the racial composition of students in Heathsville?
Heathsville public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Heathsville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Heathsville include: Northumberland Elementary School vs. Northumberland High School, Northumberland Middle School vs. Northumberland High School, Northumberland Middle School vs. Northumberland Elementary School
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