For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 840 students in 23109, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 23109, VA are Mathews High School, Mathews Elementary School and Thomas Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23109 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23109, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23109, VA 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mathews High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Rt 198 9889 Buckley Hall Road
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-3702
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-3702
Grades: 9-12
| 297 students
Rank: #22.
Mathews Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Rt 611 347 Church Street
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2580
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2580
Grades: PK-4
| 298 students
Rank: #33.
Thomas Hunter Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Rt 611 387 Church St
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2434
Mathews, VA 23109
(804) 725-2434
Grades: 5-8
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23109, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23109, VA include Mathews High School, Mathews Elementary School and Thomas Hunter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23109?
3 public schools are located in 23109.
What is the racial composition of students in 23109?
23109 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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