For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in Ferrum, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Ferrum, VA is Ferrum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferrum, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Ferrum have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ferrum, VA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ferrum Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
660 Ferrum Rd
Ferrum, VA 24088
(540) 365-7194
Ferrum, VA 24088
(540) 365-7194
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ferrum, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Ferrum, VA include Ferrum Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ferrum?
1 public schools are located in Ferrum.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferrum?
Ferrum public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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