For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,047 students in 23882, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 23882, VA are Sussex Central High School, Sussex Central Elementary School and Sussex Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23882 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23882, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23882, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sussex Central High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21394 Sussex Drive
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-6051
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-6051
Gr: 9-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Sussex Central Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21392 Sussex Drive
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-8960
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-8960
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Sussex Central Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21356 Sussex Drive
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-2251
Stony Creek, VA 23882
(434) 246-2251
Gr: 6-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23882, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23882, VA include Sussex Central High School, Sussex Central Elementary School and Sussex Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23882?
3 public schools are located in 23882.
What is the racial composition of students in 23882?
23882 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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