Best Schools in Colonial Heights, Virginia
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Colonial Heights by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Colonial Heights High
High · Colonial Heights City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tussing Elementary
Elementary · Colonial Heights City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
North Elementary
Elementary · Colonial Heights City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Colonial Heights for 2026 are Colonial Heights High (7.4/10), Tussing Elementary (7.2/10), and North Elementary (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$236,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$236,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Colonial Heights
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colonial Heights High | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Tussing Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | North Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Lakeview Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Marguerite F. Christian Elementary | 4.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Colonial Heights Middle | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $82,314
- Median home value
- $236,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Colonial Heights compares
Virginia rank
#121 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$82k
94% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Colonial Heights, Virginia
Colonial Heights, Virginia is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Colonial Heights show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Colonial Heights is Colonial Heights High with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Colonial Heights is served by 2 school districts: Chesterfield County Public Schools, Colonial Heights City Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 67,063 students.
Colonial Heights's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,314. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 649 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 338 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 439 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 4 | 590 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 648 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 857 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights, Virginia · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,314
Median Home Value
$236,100
Median Rent
$1,214/mo
Population
26,752
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Community Profile
Colonial Heights has a median household income of $82,314. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,100, with a median rent of $1,214/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Colonial Heights, Virginia
How many schools are in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
Colonial Heights has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colonial Heights is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Colonial Heights on MySchoolScout is Colonial Heights High with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Colonial Heights on MySchoolScout is Tussing Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Colonial Heights on MySchoolScout is Colonial Heights Middle with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Colonial Heights on MySchoolScout is Colonial Heights High with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Colonial Heights, Virginia?
Colonial Heights is served by 2 school districts: Chesterfield County Public Schools, Colonial Heights City Public Schools.
What is the education level in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Colonial Heights have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The median household income in Colonial Heights is approximately $82,314 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colonial Heights is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Colonial Heights, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.