For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 428 students in 24312, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 24312, VA are Jackson Memorial Elementary School and Laurel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24312 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24312, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24312, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4424 Fort Chiswell Road
Austinville, VA 24312
(276) 699-0160
Austinville, VA 24312
(276) 699-0160
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
26 Pleasant View Road
Austinville, VA 24312
(276) 728-9247
Austinville, VA 24312
(276) 728-9247
Gr: PK-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24312, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24312, VA include Jackson Memorial Elementary School and Laurel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24312?
2 public schools are located in 24312.
What is the racial composition of students in 24312?
24312 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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