For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,242 students in 24134, VA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 24134, VA are Giles High School and Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24134 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24134, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24134, VA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Giles High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Wenonah Avenue
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1711
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1711
Gr: 8-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Henson Ave
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1363
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1363
Gr: PK-7 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
151 School Road
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1421
Pearisburg, VA 24134
(540) 921-1421
Gr: K-12 | 1,226 student Student-teacher ratio: 77:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 24134, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 24134, VA include Giles High School and Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24134?
3 public middle schools are located in 24134.
What is the racial composition of students in 24134?
24134 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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