For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,095 students in 24502, VA.
The top ranked public high schools in 24502, VA are Brookville High School and Heritage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 24502 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24502, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24502 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brookville High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24502, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookville High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Laxton Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 239-2636
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 239-2636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Heritage High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3101 Wards Ferry Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5400
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,080 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 24502, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 24502, VA include Brookville High School and Heritage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24502?
2 public high schools are located in 24502.
What is the racial composition of students in 24502?
24502 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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