For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,292 students in 24437, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA are Edward G. Clymore Elementary School and S. Gordon Stewart Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24437 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24437, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24437, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edward G. Clymore Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
184 Fort Defiance Rd
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5043
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5043
Grades: PK-5
| 776 students
Rank: #22.
S. Gordon Stewart Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
118 Fort Defiance Rd
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Grades: 6-8
| 516 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA include Edward G. Clymore Elementary School and S. Gordon Stewart Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24437?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24437.
What is the racial composition of students in 24437?
24437 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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