For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,030 students in 23837, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA are Riverdale Elementary School and Southampton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23837 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23837, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23837, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31023 Camp Parkway
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 562-3007
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 562-3007
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Southampton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23450 Southampton Pkwy
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-9250
Courtland, VA 23837
(757) 653-9250
Gr: 6-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23837, VA include Riverdale Elementary School and Southampton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 23837.
What is the racial composition of students in 23837?
23837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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