For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 561 students in 24219, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 24219, VA is Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 24219 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24219, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24219, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3137 Second Avenue East
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
(276) 523-0195
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
(276) 523-0195
Gr: 5-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
24219, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wallen's Ridge Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
272 Dogwood Dr
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
(276) 523-3310
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
(276) 523-3310
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24219, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24219, VA include Union Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24219?
1 public middle schools are located in 24219.
What is the racial composition of students in 24219?
24219 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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