For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,812 students in 23117, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23117, VA are Jouett Elementary School and Louisa County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23117 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23117, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23117, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jouett Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 Jouett School Rd
Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 872-3931
Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 872-3931
Grades: PK-5
| 644 students
Rank: #22.
Louisa County Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1009 Davis Hwy
Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 894-5115
Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 894-5115
Grades: 6-8
| 1,168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23117, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23117, VA include Jouett Elementary School and Louisa County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23117?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23117.
What is the racial composition of students in 23117?
23117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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