For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,200 students in Bristol City, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 227 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Bristol City, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Bristol City, VA are Virginia High School, Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School and Virginia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol City, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Bristol City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bristol City (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Virginia High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 Long Crescent Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Grades: 9-12
| 639 students
Rank: #22.
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Virginia Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
855 Piedmont Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Grades: 6-8
| 486 students
Rank: #44.
Washington Lee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
185 Washington Lee Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Rank: #55.
Stonewall Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2045 Euclid Ave
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 240 students
Rank: #66.
Highland View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1425 Eads St
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Grades: PK-5
| 181 students
Rank: #77.
Highlands Juvenile Detention Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2105 Shakesville Road
Bristol, VA 24203
(276) 466-7817
Bristol, VA 24203
(276) 466-7817
Grades: n/a
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads Alternative/bristol City
Alternative School
C/o Bristol City Public Schls,
Bristol, VA 24201
(540) 669-8181
Bristol, VA 24201
(540) 669-8181
Grades: n/a
| 0 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bristol City, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Bristol City, VA include Virginia High School, Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School and Virginia Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol City, VA?
8 public schools are located in Bristol City, VA.
What percentage of students in Bristol City, VA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Bristol City, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol City, VA?
Bristol City, VA public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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