For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,058 students in Ashland, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Ashland, VA is Elmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ashland, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Ashland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Ashland, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmont Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12007 Cedar Lane
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 365-8100
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 365-8100
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
201 Archie Cannon Drive
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 365-4640
Ashland, VA 23005
(804) 365-4640
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Ashland, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Ashland, VA include Elmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Ashland?
2 public preschools are located in Ashland.
What is the racial composition of students in Ashland?
Ashland public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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