For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,380 students in 23061, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23061, VA are Bethel Elementary School, Botetourt Elementary School and Petsworth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23061 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23061, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23061, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2991 Hickory Fork Rd
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-2360
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-2360
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Botetourt Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6361 Main Street
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-2151
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-2151
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Petsworth Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10658 Geo Washington Mem Hwy
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-6161
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-6161
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23061, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23061, VA include Bethel Elementary School, Botetourt Elementary School and Petsworth Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23061?
3 public preschools are located in 23061.
What is the racial composition of students in 23061?
23061 public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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