For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,508 students in 24541, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 24541, VA are Galileo Magnet High School and George Washington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 24541 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24541, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24541 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Galileo Magnet High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24541, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galileo Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
230 S. Ridge St.
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 773-8186
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 773-8186
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
George Washington High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Broad St
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6410
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6410
Gr: 9-12 | 1,248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
24541, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1215 Industrial Ave
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6426
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6426
Gr: 6-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Langston Focus Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
228 Cleveland St
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6443
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6443
Opportunity School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
540 Gay St.
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-5249
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-5249
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
439 Cedarbrook Dr
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6423
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 799-6423
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 24541, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 24541, VA include Galileo Magnet High School and George Washington High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24541?
2 public high schools are located in 24541.
What is the racial composition of students in 24541?
24541 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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