For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,369 students in 23662, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23662, VA are Poquoson Elementary School and Poquoson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23662 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23662, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23662, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Poquoson Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1033 Poquoson Ave
Poquoson, VA 23662
(757) 868-6921
Poquoson, VA 23662
(757) 868-6921
Grades: 3-5
| 452 students
Rank: #22.
Poquoson Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
985 Poquoson Ave
Poquoson, VA 23662
(757) 868-6031
Poquoson, VA 23662
(757) 868-6031
Grades: 6-8
| 487 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 23662, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 23662, VA include Poquoson Elementary School and Poquoson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23662?
3 public elementary schools are located in 23662.
What is the racial composition of students in 23662?
23662 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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