For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 230 students in 24579, VA.
The top-ranked public school in 24579, VA is Natural Bridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24579 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24579, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24579, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natural Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
42 Natural Bridge School Rd.
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2292
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2292
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
24579, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Thunder Ridge Juvenile Cor. Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
74 Learning Center Loop
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2536
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2536
Gr: 8-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24579, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24579, VA include Natural Bridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24579?
1 public schools are located in 24579.
What is the racial composition of students in 24579?
24579 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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