For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,585 students in 23188, VA (there are 4 private schools, serving 550 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 23188, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23188, VA are Warhill High School, Lafayette High School and Stonehouse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23188 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23188, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23188, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warhill High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4615 Opportunity Way
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-4615
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-4615
Gr: 9-12 | 1,277 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4460 Longhill Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-0373
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-0373
Gr: 9-12 | 1,247 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Stonehouse Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3651 Rochambeau Dr
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 566-4300
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 566-4300
Gr: K-5 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Lois Hornsby Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 Jolly Pond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-9400
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Matoaka Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4001 Brick Bat Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 564-4001
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 564-4001
Gr: K-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
J. Blaine Blayton Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Jolly Pond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-9300
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 565-9300
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
D.j. Montague Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5380 Centerville Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 258-3022
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 258-3022
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #88.
Bruton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
185 East Rochambeau Dr
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 220-4050
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 220-4050
Gr: 9-12 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #99.
Laurel Lane Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
112 Laurel Lane
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 229-7597
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 229-7597
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1010.
Norge Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7311 Richmond Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 564-3372
Williamsburg, VA 23188
(757) 564-3372
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23188, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23188, VA include Warhill High School, Lafayette High School and Stonehouse Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23188?
10 public schools are located in 23188.
What percentage of students in 23188 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 23188 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23188?
23188 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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