For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,069 students in Quinton, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Quinton, VA is George W. Watkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Quinton, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Quinton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Quinton, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George W. Watkins Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 New Kent Hwy
Quinton, VA 23141
(804) 966-9660
Quinton, VA 23141
(804) 966-9660
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
8325 S. Quaker Rd
Quinton, VA 23141
(804) 966-8586
Quinton, VA 23141
(804) 966-8586
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Quinton, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Quinton, VA include George W. Watkins Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Quinton?
2 public schools are located in Quinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Quinton?
Quinton public schools minority enrollment is 26% 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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