For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,532 students in 24557, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 24557, VA are Gretna Elementary School, Gretna High School and Mount Airy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24557 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24557, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24557, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gretna Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 Franklin Blvd South
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1808
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1808
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Gretna High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Gretna Hawk Cir
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1800
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Mount Airy Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Mt Airy Elementary Cir
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1816
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1816
Gr: PK-5 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Gretna Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Coffey Street
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1804
Gretna, VA 24557
(434) 630-1804
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24557, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24557, VA include Gretna Elementary School, Gretna High School and Mount Airy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24557?
4 public schools are located in 24557.
What is the racial composition of students in 24557?
24557 public schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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