Best Public Schools in Zip Code 23842

The 23842 zip code area is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (South Elementary and David A. Harrison Elementary) and 1 middle school (J.E.J. Moore Middle). These schools serve students in the Prince George County Public Schools district.

Among the standout schools, J.E.J. Moore Middle consistently performs above the district and state averages on SOL/state assessments, with many subject areas scoring over 90% proficiency. The school maintains a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of Virginia middle schools. South Elementary also stands out, with strong performance in mathematics and reading, and a 3-star rating that puts it in the top half of Virginia elementary schools.

In terms of student demographics, J.E.J. Moore Middle has a more diverse student population, while the two elementary schools have higher percentages of White students. Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as the schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, David A. Harrison Elementary and South Elementary, tend to have lower academic performance compared to the middle school. However, higher per-student spending at the elementary schools does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, highlighting the complexity of resource allocation in education.