For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,997 students in 24060, VA (there are 9 private schools, serving 625 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 24060, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24060, VA are Harding Avenue Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School and Blacksburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24060 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24060, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24060, VA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harding Avenue Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
429 Harding Avenue
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5732
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5732
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Beeks Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Airport Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Blacksburg High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3401 Bruin Lane
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5706
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5706
Gr: 9-12 | 1,281 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
813 Toms Creek Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Kipps Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2801 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5760
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5760
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Blacksburg Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3109 Price's Fork Rd.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5800
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Prices Fork Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4021 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24060, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24060, VA include Harding Avenue Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School and Blacksburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 24060?
7 public schools are located in 24060.
What percentage of students in 24060 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 24060 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24060?
24060 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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