For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,656 students in 23504, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23504, VA are Lindenwood Elementary School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Jacox Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23504 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23504, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23504, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindenwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Ludlow St
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2577
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Richard Bowling Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E. Princess Anne Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2515
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Jacox Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Marshall Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2433
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Chesterfield Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2915 Westminster Ave
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Norfolk, VA 23504
(757) 628-2544
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23504, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23504, VA include Lindenwood Elementary School, Richard Bowling Elementary School and Jacox Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23504?
4 public preschools are located in 23504.
What is the racial composition of students in 23504?
23504 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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