For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 235 students in Newsoms, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Newsoms, VA is Meherrin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newsoms, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Newsoms have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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 Newsoms, VA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meherrin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28600 Grays Shop Rd.
Newsoms, VA 23874
(757) 654-6461
Newsoms, VA 23874
(757) 654-6461
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Newsoms, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Newsoms, VA include Meherrin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Newsoms?
1 public schools are located in Newsoms.
What is the racial composition of students in Newsoms?
Newsoms public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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