For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 560 students in 24343, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24343, VA are Gladesboro Elementary School and Hillsville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24343 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24343, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24343, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladesboro Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7845 Snake Creek
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 398-2493
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 398-2493
Gr: PK-5 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hillsville Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Patriot Lane
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-7312
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-7312
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
24343, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1036 North Main St
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Gr: 8-9 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Carroll County Public School D
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3191
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3191
Gr: K-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Southwestern Va Tr Center Ep (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
160 Training Center Road
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3121
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3121
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24343, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24343, VA include Gladesboro Elementary School and Hillsville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24343?
2 public preschools are located in 24343.
What is the racial composition of students in 24343?
24343 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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