For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 394 students in 23523, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 23523, VA is St. Helena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23523 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23523, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23523, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Helena Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
903 S Main St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3884
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3884
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1530 Cypress St
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3870
Norfolk, VA 23523
(757) 494-3870
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23523, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23523, VA include St. Helena Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23523?
2 public preschools are located in 23523.
What is the racial composition of students in 23523?
23523 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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