For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,892 students in 23323, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23323, VA are Grassfield Elementary School, Deep Creek Central Elementary School and Deep Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23323 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23323, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23323, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grassfield Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2248 Averill Dr.
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-8923
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-8923
Gr: PK-5 | 1,306 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Central Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2448 Shipyard Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5356
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5356
Gr: PK-5 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Deep Creek Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2809 Forehand Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5333
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5333
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Camelot Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Guenevere Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5347
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5347
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
G.a. Treakle Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Gilmerton Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5361
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23323, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23323, VA include Grassfield Elementary School, Deep Creek Central Elementary School and Deep Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23323?
5 public preschools are located in 23323.
What is the racial composition of students in 23323?
23323 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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