For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,167 students in 24201, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 228 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 24201, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24201, VA are Virginia High School and Virginia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24201 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24201, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24201, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Virginia High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 Long Crescent Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Gr: 9-12 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Virginia Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
855 Piedmont Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads Alternative/bristol City
Alternative School
280 Lee Street, C/o Bristol Ci
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5600
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5600
Rank: n/an/a
350 Van Pelt Circle
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Gr: 2-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Gr: PK-1 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24201, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24201, VA include Virginia High School and Virginia Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24201?
5 public schools are located in 24201.
What percentage of students in 24201 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 24201 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24201?
24201 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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