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Best 24279 Virginia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 512 students in 24279, VA.

The top-ranked public school in 24279, VA is J.w. Adams Combined. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 24279 have an score of 92% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and score of 85% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24279, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public schools.

Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 24279, VA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

J.w. Adams Combined

(Math: 92% | Reading: 85%)
:

10/

Top 5%

10824 Orby Cantrell Hwy
Pound, VA 24279
(276) 796-5419

Gr: PK-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

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24279, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Pound High School (Closed 2012)

11531 Wildcat Dr
Pound, VA 24279
(276) 796-4432

Gr: 9-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 24279, VA?

The top-ranked public schools in 24279, VA include J.w. Adams Combined.

How many public schools are located in 24279?

1 public schools are located in 24279.

What is the racial composition of students in 24279?

24279 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).