For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 216 students in Clifton Forge, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Clifton Forge, VA is Sharon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clifton Forge, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Clifton Forge have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clifton Forge, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Sharon School Cir.
Clifton Forge, VA 24422
(540) 863-1712
Clifton Forge, VA 24422
(540) 863-1712
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson River Governor's School
Magnet School
1000 College Drive, Mountain G
Clifton Forge, VA 24422
(540) 863-2872
Clifton Forge, VA 24422
(540) 863-2872
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clifton Forge, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Clifton Forge, VA include Sharon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clifton Forge?
2 public schools are located in Clifton Forge.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton Forge?
Clifton Forge public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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