For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 673 students in 23882, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23882, VA are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 23882 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23882, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23882, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 225 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23882, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23882, VA include Sussex Central Elementary School and Sussex Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23882?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23882.
What is the racial composition of students in 23882?
23882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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