For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 287 students in 24348, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 24348, VA is Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 24348 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24348, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24348, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 E Main St
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2722
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2722
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
24348, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
77 Bridle Creek Rd
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2611
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2611
Gr: K-5
P. O. Box 155
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 744-7548
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 744-7548
Gr: 6-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24348, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24348, VA include Independence Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24348?
1 public preschools are located in 24348.
What is the racial composition of students in 24348?
24348 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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