For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 569 students in 24277, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24277, VA are Pennington Middle School and Elk Knob Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24277 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24277, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24277, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pennington Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
121 Bobcat Circle
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Gr: 5-7 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Elk Knob Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
148 Hornet Loop
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1837
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1837
Gr: PK-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
24277, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
201 Middle School Dr
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24277, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24277, VA include Pennington Middle School and Elk Knob Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24277?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24277.
What is the racial composition of students in 24277?
24277 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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