For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 295 students in 24224, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 24224, VA is Castlewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24224 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24224, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24224 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Castlewood High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24224, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castlewood High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 Blue Devil Circle
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-9449
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-9449
Gr: 8-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
24224, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
23894 U.s. Highway 58
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 794-9306
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 794-9306
Gr: PK-1 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 24224, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 24224, VA include Castlewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24224?
1 public high schools are located in 24224.
What is the racial composition of students in 24224?
24224 public high schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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