For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 184 students in 23821, VA.
The top ranked public school in 23821, VA is Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 23821 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23821, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23821, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4081 Flatrock Road
Alberta, VA 23821
(434) 949-7820
Alberta, VA 23821
(434) 949-7820
Grades: PK-5
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23821, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23821, VA include Red Oak-sturgeon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23821?
1 public schools are located in 23821.
What is the racial composition of students in 23821?
23821 public schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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