For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 497 students in Altavista, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Altavista, VA is Altavista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altavista, VA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Altavista have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Altavista, VA (2026)
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 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Altavista, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Altavista, VA include Altavista Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Altavista?
1 public preschools are located in Altavista.
What is the racial composition of students in Altavista?
Altavista public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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