For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 573 students in 23885, VA.
The top ranked public school in 23885, VA is Sutherland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 23885 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23885, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23885, VA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sutherland Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6000 R. B. Pamplin Drive
Sutherland, VA 23885
(804) 732-4168
Sutherland, VA 23885
(804) 732-4168
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23885, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23885, VA include Sutherland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23885?
1 public schools are located in 23885.
What is the racial composition of students in 23885?
23885 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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