For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,624 students in 23661, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23661, VA are Hunter B. Andrews and A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23661 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 23661, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23661, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hunter B. Andrews
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Victoria Boulevard
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 268-3333
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 268-3333
Gr: PK-8 | 1,125 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
671 Bell St
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1071
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 727-1071
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
23661, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23 Semple Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 247-4050
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 247-4050
Gr: 3-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Multi-disabled School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
700 Shell Rd
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 247-2050
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 247-2050
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23661, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23661, VA include Hunter B. Andrews and A.w.e. Bassette Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23661?
2 public preschools are located in 23661.
What is the racial composition of students in 23661?
23661 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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