For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,969 students in 23237, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23237, VA are Salem Church Elementary School, Beulah Elementary School and Bellwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23237 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23237, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23237, VA Public Preschools (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.
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 preschools in 23237, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23237, VA include Salem Church Elementary School, Beulah Elementary School and Bellwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23237?
3 public preschools are located in 23237.
What is the racial composition of students in 23237?
23237 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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