For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,757 students in 23063, VA (there are , serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 23063, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 23063, VA are Goochland High School, Goochland Middle School and Byrd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23063 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23063, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23063, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goochland High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3250a River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5322
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5322
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Goochland Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3250b River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5320
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5320
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Byrd Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2704 Hadensville Fife Rd
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5380
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5380
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
23063, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3150 River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5321
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5321
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
James River Juvenile Detention Home (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 880
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-4214
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-4214
Va Correctional Center For Women (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2841river Rd West
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 784-3582
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 784-3582
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 23063, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 23063, VA include Goochland High School, Goochland Middle School and Byrd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23063?
3 public schools are located in 23063.
What percentage of students in 23063 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 23063 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23063?
23063 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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