For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,570 students in 23237, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23237, VA are Salem Church Elementary School, Bensley Elementary School and Beulah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23237 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 23237, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23237, VA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Church Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Salem Church Rd.
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6215
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6215
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Bensley Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6600 Strathmore Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3610
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3610
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Beulah Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5441 Beulah Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3620
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3620
Gr: PK-5 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Bellwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9536 Dawnshire Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3600
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
23237, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Perrymont Middle School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
8610 Perrymont Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3701
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3701
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23237, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23237, VA include Salem Church Elementary School, Bensley Elementary School and Beulah Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23237?
4 public preschools are located in 23237.
What is the racial composition of students in 23237?
23237 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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