For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,040 students in 23605, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 23605, VA are Sedgefield Elementary School and Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23605 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 23605, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23605, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sedgefield Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
804 Main Street
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 591-4792
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 591-4792
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6160 Jefferson Ave
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 591-4950
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 591-4950
Grades: PK-5
| 582 students
23605, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5720 Marshall Ave
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6819
Newport News, VA 23605
(757) 928-6819
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 23605, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 23605, VA include Sedgefield Elementary School and Carver Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23605?
2 public preschools are located in 23605.
What is the racial composition of students in 23605?
23605 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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