For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,641 students in 23116, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23116, VA are Pole Green Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School and Oak Knoll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23116 have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23116, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23116, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pole Green Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8393 Pole Green Park Ln
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4700
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Pearson's Corner Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8290 New Ashcake Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3660
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3660
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Oak Knoll Middle School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10295 Chamberlayne Rd.
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4740
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Rural Point Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7161 Studley Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3580
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Chickahominy Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9450 Atlee Station Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2160
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2160
Gr: 6-8 | 1,123 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Cool Spring Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9964 Honey Meadows Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3560
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Kersey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10004 Learning Lane
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3440
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3440
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #88.
Washington-henry Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9025 Washington Henry Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2300
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23116, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23116, VA include Pole Green Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School and Oak Knoll Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23116?
8 public elementary schools are located in 23116.
What is the racial composition of students in 23116?
23116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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