For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 253 students in Hurt, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 109 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in Hurt, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in Hurt, VA is John L. Hurt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurt, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Hurt have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hurt, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John L. Hurt Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 Prospect Rd
Hurt, VA 24563
(434) 630-1812
Hurt, VA 24563
(434) 630-1812
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hurt, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Hurt, VA include John L. Hurt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hurt?
1 public schools are located in Hurt.
What percentage of students in Hurt go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in Hurt are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hurt?
Hurt public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.