For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,435 students in 23842, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23842, VA are South Elementary School, David A. Harrison Elementary School and J.e.j. Moore Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 23842 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 23842, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23842, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13400 Prince George Dr
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2755
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2755
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
David A. Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 E Quaker Rd
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 991-2242
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 991-2242
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
J.e.j. Moore Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11455 Prince George Dr
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2740
Disputanta, VA 23842
(804) 733-2740
Gr: 6-8 | 1,387 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 23842, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 23842, VA include South Elementary School, David A. Harrison Elementary School and J.e.j. Moore Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 23842?
3 public elementary schools are located in 23842.
What is the racial composition of students in 23842?
23842 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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