For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,112 students in 23321, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23321, VA are Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School and Southwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23321 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23321, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23321, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2008 Dock Landing Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Airline Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 465-6310
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
4122 Terry Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Chesapeake, VA 23321
(757) 638-7951
Gr: PK-2 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23321, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23321, VA include Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School and Southwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23321?
3 public preschools are located in 23321.
What is the racial composition of students in 23321?
23321 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% 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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