For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 5,417 students in 23456, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23456, VA are North Landing Elementary School, Red Mill Elementary School and Princess Anne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23456 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 23456, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23456, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Landing Elementary School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2929 N Landing Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3160
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3160
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Red Mill Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1860 Sandbridge Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3560
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Princess Anne Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2444 Seaboard Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3480
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3480
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Three Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2201 Elson Green Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3960
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3960
Gr: PK-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
New Castle Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4136 Dam Neck Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3080
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Strawbridge Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2553 Strawbridge Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3800
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Rosemont Forest Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1716 Grey Friars Chase
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3640
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3640
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3961 Salem Lakes Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3680
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-3680
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Landstown Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2212 Recreation Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-2880
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 648-2880
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23456, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23456, VA include North Landing Elementary School, Red Mill Elementary School and Princess Anne Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23456?
9 public preschools are located in 23456.
What is the racial composition of students in 23456?
23456 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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