For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 767 students in 23221, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 434 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 23221, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23221, VA are Albert Hill Middle School and Lois Harrison-jones Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23221 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23221, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23221, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert Hill Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 780-6107
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 780-6107
Gr: 6-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Lois Harrison-jones Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3021 Maplewood Ave
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 780-6252
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 780-6252
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23221, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23221, VA include Albert Hill Middle School and Lois Harrison-jones Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23221?
2 public schools are located in 23221.
What percentage of students in 23221 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 23221 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23221?
23221 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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