For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,637 students in 23116, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 23116, VA are Pole Green Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School and Rural Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 23116 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 23116, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 23116, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pole Green Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8393 Pole Green Park Ln
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4700
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Pearson's Corner Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8290 New Ashcake Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3660
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3660
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Rural Point Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7161 Studley Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3580
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Cool Spring Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9964 Honey Meadows Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3560
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Kersey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10004 Learning Lane
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3440
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3440
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Washington-henry Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9025 Washington Henry Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2300
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 23116, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 23116, VA include Pole Green Elementary School, Pearson's Corner Elementary School and Rural Point Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 23116?
6 public preschools are located in 23116.
What is the racial composition of students in 23116?
23116 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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