For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,155 students in 24517, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24517, VA are Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24517 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24517, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24517, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altavista Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1003 Lynch Mill Rd
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Altavista High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 Bedford Avenue
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Gr: 6-12 | 634 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24517, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24517, VA include Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24517?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24517.
What is the racial composition of students in 24517?
24517 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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