For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 790 students in 23109, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 23109, VA are Mathews High School, Mathews Elementary School and Thomas Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23109 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23109, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23109, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mathews High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9889 Buckley Hall Road, Rt 198
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-3702
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-3702
Gr: 8-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
347 Church Street, Rt 611
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2580
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2580
Gr: PK-4 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Hunter Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
387 Church St, Rt 611
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2434
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2434
Gr: 5-7 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23109, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23109, VA include Mathews High School, Mathews Elementary School and Thomas Hunter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23109?
3 public schools are located in 23109.
What is the racial composition of students in 23109?
23109 public schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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