For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,019 students in 24557, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24557, VA are Gretna Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Gretna Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24557 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24557, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24557, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
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 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
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 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
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 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24557, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24557, VA include Gretna Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Gretna Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24557?
3 public elementary schools are located in 24557.
What is the racial composition of students in 24557?
24557 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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