For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,845 students in 23237, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 23237, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23237, VA are Salem Church Elementary School, Beulah Elementary School and Salem Church Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23237 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23237, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23237, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Church Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Salem Church Rd.
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6215
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6215
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Beulah Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5441 Beulah Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3620
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3620
Gr: PK-5 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Salem Church Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9700 Salem Church Rd.;
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6225
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 768-6225
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Bellwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9536 Dawnshire Rd
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3600
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 743-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23237, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23237, VA include Salem Church Elementary School, Beulah Elementary School and Salem Church Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 23237?
4 public schools are located in 23237.
What percentage of students in 23237 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 23237 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23237?
23237 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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