For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 871 students in 23072, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23072, VA are Abingdon Elementary School and Achilles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23072 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23072, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23072, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abingdon Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7087 Powhatan Drive
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9885
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9885
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Achilles Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9306 Guinea Road
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9140
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9140
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
23072, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7066 Hayes Shopping Center
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9037
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9037
Gr: 7-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23072, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23072, VA include Abingdon Elementary School and Achilles Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23072?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23072.
What is the racial composition of students in 23072?
23072 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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