For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 931 students in 20187, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20187, VA are C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School and P.b. Smith Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20187 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 20187, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 20187, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4416 Broad Run Church Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
P.b. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6176 Dumfries Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20187, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20187, VA include C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School and P.b. Smith Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20187?
2 public preschools are located in 20187.
What is the racial composition of students in 20187?
20187 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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