For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,567 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24541, VA Public High Schools (2025-26)
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 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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 | 1,288 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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