For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 432 students in Galax, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in Galax, VA is Galax High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galax, VA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Galax have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Galax, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Galax High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Galax, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galax High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Maroon Tide Dr
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-2991
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-2991
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Galax, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Galax, VA include Galax High School.
How many public high schools are located in Galax?
1 public high schools are located in Galax.
What is the racial composition of students in Galax?
Galax public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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