For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 224 students in 24435, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 85 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 24435, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 24435, VA is Fairfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24435 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24435, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24435, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Fairfield School Rd
Fairfield, VA 24435
(540) 348-5202
Fairfield, VA 24435
(540) 348-5202
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
24435, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 Sterrett Rd
Fairfield, VA 24435
(540) 348-5445
Fairfield, VA 24435
(540) 348-5445
Gr: 6-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24435, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24435, VA include Fairfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24435?
1 public schools are located in 24435.
What percentage of students in 24435 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 24435 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24435?
24435 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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