For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,596 students in 23236, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 23236, VA are W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Providence Elementary School and Reams Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23236 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 23236, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23236, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
W.w. Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11701 Gordon School Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2410
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2410
Grades: PK-5
| 609 students
Rank: #22.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11001 W. Providence Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1345
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1345
Grades: PK-5
| 641 students
Rank: #33.
Reams Road Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10141 Reams Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1370
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1370
Grades: PK-5
| 609 students
Rank: #44.
A.m. Davis Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 S Providence Rd
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1310
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 674-1310
Grades: PK-5
| 737 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 23236, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 23236, VA include W.w. Gordon Elementary School, Providence Elementary School and Reams Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23236?
4 public preschools are located in 23236.
What is the racial composition of students in 23236?
23236 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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