For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,421 students in Appomattox, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 201 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Appomattox, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Appomattox, VA are Appomattox County High School, Appomattox Elementary School and Appomattox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Appomattox, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Appomattox have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Appomattox, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appomattox County High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
198 Evergreen Avenue
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7146
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7146
Gr: 9-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Appomattox Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
176 Kids Place
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7463
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-7463
Gr: 3-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Appomattox Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Church St
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-8257
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-8257
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
185 Learning Lane
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-5766
Appomattox, VA 24522
(434) 352-5766
Gr: PK-2 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Appomattox, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Appomattox, VA include Appomattox County High School, Appomattox Elementary School and Appomattox Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Appomattox?
4 public schools are located in Appomattox.
What percentage of students in Appomattox go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Appomattox are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Appomattox?
Appomattox public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Appomattox are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Appomattox include: Appomattox Middle School vs. Appomattox County High School, Appomattox County High School vs. Appomattox Middle School, Appomattox Elementary School vs. Appomattox Middle School
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